The information audit

Author: Swash, G.D.

Source: Journal of Managerial Psychology, Volume 12, Number 5, 1997 , pp. 312-318(7)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Identifies the role of information in a business environment and highlights the problems which may arise from failures in the management of corporate information resources. Introduces the concept of the information audit as a fundamental management tool to identify what information resources exist and the problems arising from gaps, bottlenecks and the duplication in its provision. Discusses the problems such a survey may encounter and the potential benefits arising from a successful implementation. Emphasizes the critical issues of senior management support for the project and the need to align the investigation and the results to strategic objectives. Concludes that the primary purpose of the information audit is to act as a catalyst for organizational change and improvements in the use of information as a corporate asset.

Keywords: Information Management; Information Resources Management; Information Technology Strategy

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02683949710183504

Publication date: 1997-05-01