Information governance touches nearly every risk and operational function in today’s organization: legal and regulatory compliance, records and data retention, privacy, IT and cybersecurity, business efficiency, and, increasingly, AI governance. Yet in-house legal teams are often expected to guide or oversee information governance without a clear, practical understanding of what it entails or how to implement it effectively.
This foundational session led by Tom Mighell, Contoural COO, is designed for in-house practitioners seeking a clear, real-world introduction to information governance and its role in enabling defensible, consistent, and business-aligned decisions across the enterprise. Gain an overview of the essential building blocks of an effective program including records and data retention, privacy and data minimization, and the role of technology, processes, and training in making governance sustainable.
The session covers:
- What information governance is, and why organizations are moving toward more comprehensive information governance programs
- Practical steps for launching or maturing a program
- Implementing and automating company-wide information governance policies
- How information governance supports responsible and compliant use of AI
- Addressing common challenges such as over-retention and inconsistent practices
- Internationalizing your program
- Determining appropriate ownership and governance models (without legal owning everything)
Whether you are new to information governance or looking to strengthen an existing program, this session delivers a clear, business-friendly framework and actionable takeaways you can put to work immediately.