Effective Information Governance Programs: The Foundation of Defensible Data Management

Information governance gives legal and business teams greater visibility and control over the information they manage. A strong information governance program enables clear ownership, defined retention practices, data visibility, and disciplined disposition, so businesses understand what information exists, where it resides, and how it should be managed when litigation, investigations, or regulatory obligations arise.

A proactive information governance program also supports eDiscovery readiness, reduces unnecessary data volume, and strengthens privacy and security practices. This quick read navigates the core elements of a strong information governance program, from governance and accountability to information visibility, retention, and disposition.

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