Infogov Hot Seat

Welcome to InfoGov Hot Seat's 2025 Year in Review!Part 1 counts down episodes 10-6 that YOU made our most-viewed of the year. From AI governance secrets to legal tech innovations, these conversations defined 2025 in the information governance industry.What's Inside:Expert insights from Microsoft, Google, ARMA International leadersInfoCon 2025 and ILTACON 2025 coverageAI adoption strategies and risk managementData security and compliance game-changersPart 2 with our TOP 5 episodes drops next!Subscribe so you don't miss it → https://youtube.com/@InfoGovHotSeat💬 Comment your favorite moment below!🔗 More at: https://www.infogovhotseat.comChapters:00:00 Intro01:38 Enhancing Legal Tech Solutions with Gimel05:29 Introduction to Information Governance Challenges05:43 Shifting from Mandates to Mindsets09:06 The Human Element in Governance12:04 Change Management and Governance Alignment12:49 Advice for CIOs on AI Adoption15:12 Creating a Governance Framework for AI18:03 The Role of CIOs in the Future Workforce19:22 Future Trends in Records Management#InfoGov #LegalTech #AI #InformationGovernance

In this episode of InfoGovHotsie, host Jim Merrifield engages with Kathryn Rattigan and Albert Shiu from Robinson and Cole to discuss key insights from Infocon 2025. They explore the importance of data quality in AI initiatives, emerging risks in information governance, and actionable takeaways for organizations. The conversation also includes a rapid-fire round addressing myths and superlatives in the information governance field.

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield speaks with Richard Freeman from Ricoh about the key takeaways from Infocon 2025. They discuss the evolving landscape of information governance, the challenges posed by AI, and the importance of proactive governance strategies. Richard emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt their policies and procedures to effectively integrate AI while maintaining data integrity and security.Chapters00:00 Introduction to InfoCon 2025 Recap02:52 The Role of Ricoh in Information Governance05:59 Challenges in Information Governance Post-Infocon08:44 Proactive Governance in the Age of AI

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield sits down with Arman Afkhami of TitanFile to break down the biggest insights from InfoCon 2025. They explore why information governance is more urgent than ever, especially as organizations struggle with expanding data sprawl, fragmented systems, and increasing regulatory pressure.Arman shares real-world lessons from working closely with law firms—highlighting the growing demand for secure collaboration, trusted data sources, and technology that actually aligns with how legal teams work. The conversation also examines the rapid rise of AI in data management, the risks of unmanaged content, and why organizations must build a single source of truth to stay compliant and competitive.Whether you're in legal, IT, or governance leadership, this episode offers practical guidance on navigating an environment where security, usability, and governance must evolve together.00:00 Introduction to InfoCon 2025 Recap02:50 The Importance of Partnering with the IG Community06:04 Challenges Faced by Clients Post-InfoCon11:06 Key Takeaways for Law Firms and Corporations

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield welcomes Anne Cornish and Nathan Hughes to discuss the Global Information Consortium (GIC). They share insights into the origins of the GIC, its vision for the future, and the importance of collaboration in the field of information management. The conversation highlights the challenges and successes of building a global organization, the evolving landscape of information governance, and the diverse membership that the GIC aims to cultivate.