Information Management Journal articles from March 2002

Information Management Journal archives from March 2002

Technological innovations: endless possibilities. (In focus: a message from the editors).(Editorial)
March 1, 2002... Thanks to advancements in information technology, we can do things today that some of us never dreamed possible a mere 10 or 15 years ago. We can communicate with colleagues around the world without picking up a telephone; we can conduct...

Knowledge wins in the new economy. (Up front: news, trends & analysis).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Just as "no man is an island, entire of itself," business cannot survive in isolation, business strategists say. For an organization to survive in today's economy, there must be a focus on intellectual assets, collaboration, and knowledge...

Knowledge & collaboration predictions. (Up front: news, trends & analysis).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... * "Smart" technology procedures for mobile and wireless systems, such as virtual team collaboration, media content management, and voice portals, will increase over the next three years as the availability of mobile devices also increases. ...

Training on a tight rope. (Up front: news, trends & analysis).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Elaborate training meetings are not always possible in today's tight economy. Faced with smaller professional development budgets than a year ago, many executives are scratching their heads about how to train staff effectively. Some are finding...

Operation e-workplace protection. (Up front: news, trends & analysis).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... An employee carrying a zip drive and a sack full of disks to the office is not uncommon. But if this employee is disgruntled and has access to the company's most vital information, this action could be a warning sign, says Nancy Flynn, founder...

The latest E-policy stats. (Up front: news, trends & analysis).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
March 1, 2002... * 62% of employers monitor employees' e-mail and Internet use. * 68% cite legal liability as the primary reason to monitor. * 87% of companies that monitor have a written e-mail policy, 83.1% an Internet policy, and 68% a software...

A new spin on recruiting. (Up front: news, trends & analysis).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Sporting scouts have known it for years: When looking for the best prospects, they have to go where the candidates are. The principle is no different for organizations looking for dynamic information professionals. While placing employment ads...

Spamming gets a closer look: the U.S. government is taking more action than other countries against unwanted e-mail. (Capital edge: legislative & regulatory update).
March 1, 2002... Receiving unwanted e-mail is a common concern for computer users around the world, and legislators are taking action. Unwanted e-mail is particularly troublesome in the United States, where protecting individual privacy has long been the goal...

Market place: new products & industry announcements.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Study Highlights Data Quality Problem A study by The Data Warehousing Institute estimates that inaccurate and low-quality data will cost American business as much as $600 billion this year. Contact: Arkidata Corp. 630.795.2622 or...

The writing on the wall.
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article examines: * The changing role of the CIO * The opportunities associated with the integration of RIM and IS Have you ever wished you could see into the future? Could know what was going to happen...

On the horizon: technology has been the driving factor in changing how we do business. So what's next?
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article: * Examines emerging technologies that will impact records and information * Lists the top five areas of technological development in the next two years On a rainy morning in the city of Richmond near...

Internet II: the adventure continues.
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article: * Defines what the Internet II is * Identifies the impact that the evolving Internet will have on business transactions In 1999 and 2000, pundits referrred to the Internet with adjectives centered...

Preservation of the times.
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article examines: * Emulation in the context of other proposed solutions to digital preservation * The advantages and challenges of using emulation to preserve digital artifacts * Two alternative approaches...

Customer connections: a RIM opportunity: customer relationship management opens the door to greater organizational teamwork -- and compelling opportunities for RIM professionals. (Business Matters).
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article: * Dispels myths about customer relationship management (CRM) * Shows how records and information management professionals can be a vital part of CRM initiatives Recall the small-town merchants of...

Enterprise application integration: EAI is the soluble glue needed for modular relationships that allow organizations to be flexible and responsive to market demands. (TechTrends).
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article: * Defines enterprise application integration (EAI) concepts and technology * Examines EAI's potential contribution to business performance * Identifies information management issues arising from EAI...

Classifying electronic documents: a new paradigm: the U.S. Department of Education set out to determine whether large volumes of electronic data can be indexed cost-effectively. (LessonsLearned).
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article: * Explains how the Department of Education (DoEd) used artificial neural network software to classify electronic documents * Reveals the challenges in analyzing and categorizing mass amounts of...

NARA: a sneak preview.(National Archives and Records Administration's records management)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... For almost 30 years, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has been involved with managing electronic records. It accessions data files and other electronic records of archival value from federal agencies and makes them...

The delegation dilemma: when do you let go? Learning how to delegate effectively may mean the difference between success and failure for managers in today's dynamic business world. (ManagementWise).
March 1, 2002... At the Core This article: * Lists the benefits of delegating * Discusses reasons why people do not delegate * Gives recommended approaches for planning, delegating, and monitoring work on the delegated task Being a...

Who Moved My Cheese?
March 1, 2002... TITLE: Who Moved My Cheese? AUTHOR: Spencer Johnson, M.D. ISBN: 0-3991-44463 PUBLISHER: Putnam Pub Group PUBLICATION DATE: 1998 LENGTH: 94 pages PRICE: $19.95 (paperbook) SOURCE: Any major bookstore or Amazon.com Is it the...

The CRM Handbook.(Business Guide to Customer Relationship Management)
March 1, 2002... TITLE: The CRM Handbook: A Business Guide to Customer Relationship Management AUTHOR: Jill Dyche ISBN: 0-2017-30626 PUBLISHER: Addison-Wesley PUBLICATION DATE: August 2001 LENGTH: 279 pages PRICE: $27.99 SOURCE: Amazon.com...

Strategies for Surviving the Coming Internet Patent Wars.
March 1, 2002... TITLE: Strategies for Surviving the Coming Internet Patent Wars PRODUCER: Stanford University Media Solutions YEAR: 2001 LENGTH: 50 minutes PRICE: $95.00 (VHS format) SOURCE: Kantola Productions 800.989.8273, 415.381.9363,...

Get.net.smart.
March 1, 2002... TITLE: Get.net.smart: Using the Internet and E-mail at Work PRODUCER: Commonwealth Films LENGTH: 22 minutes (utilization guide included) PRICE: $695 from Commonwealth Films; $637 for ARMA International members buying from ...

Look ahead to get ahead. (From The President).
March 1, 2002... Even in times of change there is consistency. That may sound impossible but it isn't. ARMA International is a perfect example. Over the past several months, ARMA's vision of the future for records and information management professionals...

Discover the power of government and Industry Cooperation.
March 1, 2002... The events of September 11 helped unite public and private organizations in their work to share vital information. ARMA International's spring seminar, "Building National Strength: Government and Industry Cooperation in Information Management,"...

New membership renewal program launched.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... ARMA International's Member Services Department has revised its membership renewal process, allowing members to initially receive renewal notices via e-mail with the option of paying securely online. The e-mails are delivered as a printable...

ARMA board plans April meeting.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... ARMA International's Board of Directors will meet April 19-20 in Kansas City. This meeting is open to ARMA members who wish to attend at their own expense. Currently, the topics of discussion will include the 2002-2003 operational budget and...

Student dues increase scheduled.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Effective July 1, student membership dues will increase to $25 per year. To qualify for the student rate, applicants must be full-time college students participating in at least 12 hours of higher education a semester, as well as furnish their...

New seminars focus on fundamentals and disaster preparedness.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... If your business were to be struck by disaster tomorrow, would your most vital information survive? Basic records and information management and disaster preparedness are the topics of a new seminar series from ARMA International and sponsored...

Wanted: Boston program committee applicants.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Help us plan the program for ARMA International's 2003 Annual Conference (October 19-22, 2003, Boston) by becoming a member of the program committee. Applications are currently being accepted. ARMA's conference program committee is...

If not you, who?
March 1, 2002... Do you have good ideas you would like to share? Do you desire to network with others in your chapter or in similar industries facing similar challenges? If so, we encourage you to consider a leadership role in ARMA International. ...

HQ prepares for office move.
March 1, 2002... ARMA International recently signed a seven-year lease on office space in the Kansas City metro area. On May 6 ARMA will move to its new location at 13725 W. 109th St., Lenexa, KS 66215. The new office space will house the association's 27...

ALHEF launches Web site.(Alice L. Haltom Education Fund for education in the field of information and records management)
March 1, 2002... The Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund Board of Trustees announces their new Web site at www.alhef.org. The Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund (ALHEF) exists for the purpose of furthering education in the field of information and records...

ARMA helps NARA identify successful RIM practices.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... When it comes to records management in the federal government, ARMA International members want government to better understand the impact of emerging technologies, the corporate culture, and outsourcing on the profession. These concerns were...

Information leaders focus on HIPAA compliance.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Upgrading IT security to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and building systems to reduce medical errors are currently the main priorities of healthcare information professionals, according to a recent...

Coming soon: online course on managing e-mail records.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... What are the emerging trends in managing e-mail? ARMA International's new online course, "Managing E-mail Records: The State of the Art," will answer this and other questions about the exciting topic of email management. The course,...

Election update: the results are in.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The ARMA International Election Management Committee announces the following officers have been elected for the terms and offices indicated: President-Elect (July 1, 2002-June 30, 2003) Juanita K. Skillman, CRM, FAI Treasurer...