What Counts?

Most people hear “information governance risk” and think immediately of a data breach. In this lightning round, Lee Karas and Maura Dunn argue that the breach is only one risk on the list, and often not the one that costs you most. They work through the risk of not being able to reach your own information, using the New England PBS stations whose seventy years of program archives went dark when their cloud provider failed; the risk of ransomware, where nobody wants your data and simply locking you out of it is enough to stop the business; and the risk of the single hard drive or the single box of paper. From there they get practical about scaling risk to the organization: the one-person mechanic shop with three record types that matter (employment, hazardous materials disposal, and financial records supporting the tax return) against the charter school carrying accreditation, curriculum, teacher credentialing, facilities, and student transcripts that graduates ask for fifty years later. They then take on age as its own risk factor, since a company that has kept everything has both a volume problem and an exposure problem: underwriting records written under rules that changed decades ago, or environmental records from an era when the answer was to dump it in the ground. The through line is that a risk assessment is not an academic exercise. It is the input to the retention schedule you build, the repositories you pick, the providers you trust with fiduciary-level responsibility, and whether you are ready to put an AI system on top of any of it.

Episode chapters
00:00 Cold open: the lightning round
00:14 Welcome to What Counts
00:29 What is information governance risk?
00:48 The breach answer: financial records and PII
01:53 A second definition: you cannot find it when you need it
02:55 The PBS archive that disappeared inside a cloud provider
03:53 Why inaccessibility goes straight to the bottom line
04:24 Sizing breach risk: are you actually a target?
05:34 Ransomware and being locked out of your own data
06:06 One hard drive, one box: single points of failure
06:20 The mechanic who keeps everything in paper
07:53 Three record types a one-person shop still has to manage
08:42 The charter school: accreditation, curriculum, and student records
11:27 Company age as a risk factor: volume and obsolete rules
12:11 Underwriting and environmental records that come back to bite
14:02 No program, no proof: auditors, regulators, and courts
15:56 Fiduciary duty and vendor due diligence
16:37 Deploying AI without an IG program underneath it
17:40 Turning the assessment into retention and repository decisions
18:46 Wrap-up
19:07 Closing credits
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Closing

What Counts is produced by TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC and hosted by Lee Karas and Maura Dunn. Learn more or reach out directly at info@trailblazer.us.com. Explore compliance-ready corporate training programs at the TrailBlazer Learning Academy. Read more from Maura at Maura’s Substack. Music by Jason Blake. Full disclaimer.

Records vs Non-Records: What Counts as Evidence

Records vs non-records is the first distinction any information governance program has to get right, and most organizations never make it explicitly. In the opening episode of our lightning round series, Lee Karas and Maura Dunn answer both halves of the question: what is a record, and what is not. A record is any data, in any format, that is recorded or capable of being recorded and that provides evidence of a transaction, a decision, a policy, a process, an obligation, a contract, an agreement, a legal right, or an ownership interest. Format is irrelevant. Structured data, photographs, and recordings qualify; an unrecorded conversation does not, which is why “did you get that in writing” has survived as advice. Maura draws the line at evidence: discarded drafts, background reading, and abandoned research are recorded and are not records, because they are not where the organization landed. Published material you cite belongs to whoever originated it, so your record is the citation, not the source. We close with a Sarbanes-Oxley example that makes the principle concrete: in vendor verification, the record is not the tax identification number you looked up, it is the documented fact that you checked it.

Records findability starts at the point of creation

Trustworthy information has four attributes. It must be accurate, reliable, timely, and findable. Last episode covered the first two. This week, Lee Karas and Maura Dunn take on the other two.

The rule does not change. Capture the record where the work happens. Capture it when it happens. Capture it from the people doing the work. As a result, timeliness and findability follow along.

Why your file dates cannot be trusted

Open a shared drive and sort by date. The dates look authoritative. However, they are not.

Sometimes opening a document changes the date. The created date gives way to the modified date. Meanwhile, that modified date may only mean someone glanced at the file.

Auto-save makes it worse. Word saves before you rename your copy. Your manual version scheme then breaks quietly. It never runs at all in Microsoft Project or Visio. Even in Excel, it can miss when OneDrive has not finished logging in.

Timeliness is proof, not a timestamp

An approval date proves timeliness. So capture it deliberately. A workflow engine already knows who drafted, who commented, who approved, and when. Record that context anyway, because property values alone will not carry it.

Maura describes a client who did this on paper. Every requirements document carried five or six signature blocks. Each reviewer initialed and dated in ink. Then the team scanned it. An e-signature process gets you the same result today, with less effort.

Traceability at every step

Business requirement one becomes functional requirements 1.3, 1.4, and 1.5. That trace increases accuracy. The sign-offs at each step add timeliness.

Universe search versus precision search

Library science calls keyword search a universe search. You give it three words. In return, it gives you everything near those words. For example, ask for “training” and you also get “learning.”

The result set grows. The usefulness does not. Instead of the whole company, you now face a couple thousand documents.

A precision search works differently. First you set the file type. Next you name the business process. Then you name the contract or the facility. Now the found set is small enough to use.

Metadata is what makes records findable

Four elements matter most: function, process, record category, and trigger date or event. Those are real data, not keywords. Because of that, you can filter on them and build a collection. In other words, you get a virtual folder without a physical file plan.

Maura and Lee revisit an old FileNet argument on exactly this point. An IT lead wanted no folders and no file plan. He trusted full-text search to sort out billions of documents. He was partly right, but for the wrong reason.

Search, access, and retrieval

Findability has three parts. Search identifies potentially responsive material. Retrieval pulls it back so you can use it. Access decides whether you may open it at all.

Sometimes users can see that a record exists but cannot read it. Sometimes they cannot see it at all. That choice is yours, so make it on purpose.

Episode chapters

00:00 Timeliness and findability: the two attributes we still owe you
00:58 Why the date on the file lies: created versus modified
02:12 Auto-save versus manual versioning, and when OneDrive has not logged in yet
04:35 A tangent worth an episode: password management as a mapping problem
05:34 Capture at the point of creation, then make capture into storage
06:39 What the workflow engine already knows, and what you must record by hand
08:09 Ink initials and signature blocks: traceability from business to functional requirements
09:44 The universe search: three keywords, a million results, ranked by confidence
11:51 The precision search: file type, process, and facility narrow it down
12:58 Process metadata tags every file behind the scenes
14:27 The FileNet argument: “we will just use search”
15:24 Function, process, record category, and trigger as real metadata, not keywords
17:19 Contract records split: construction and non-construction retention
18:47 Collections as virtual folders, and knowing your repository before you commit
19:46 Search, access, and retrieval: three parts of one problem
20:39 Should users know a record exists if they cannot open it?

Closing

What Counts is produced by TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC and hosted by Lee Karas and Maura Dunn. Learn more or reach out directly at info@trailblazer.us.com. Explore compliance-ready corporate training programs at the TrailBlazer Learning Academy. Read more from Maura at Maura’s Substack. Music by Jason Blake. Full disclaimer.

Provenance decides whether your data is AI-ready

Everyone wants to point AI at their content repositories. Maura Dunn’s position in Episode 139 is simpler than that. A model can only be as trustworthy as the data feeding it. Provenance settles that question long before anyone builds a pipeline.

Records capture points settle provenance. These are the moments in a business process where an input becomes a record. Seventeen (17) steps later, the process has changed that input into something new. That is another capture point. Every copy, every hand-off, every transformation makes chain of custody harder to establish.

Content versus context

Our back file characterization approach documents the method while we build it. We do not hand a client a disposition report with no reasoning attached.

Consider a recommendation to destroy sixty (60) of seventy-five (75) files. That report is content. The folder structures, file properties, creation and modification dates, and security group access rights behind it are context.

Context gives the client something to react to. We can say we hold this level of confidence that these records align with your sales and marketing category. That category carries an end of fiscal year trigger and a five (5) year retention period. The client then makes the risk judgment. Without context, one answer survives a year later: “because Maura said so.”

What the Superfund SITREP got away with

We built the same principle into our records process mapping work.

The contrast comes from the US EPA Superfund program. A SITREP moved from field samples and a gas chromatograph printout to a typed memo in a drawer. Eventually it went into a box at the Federal Records Center. That process produced no interim record steps. In a paper world, it did not need to.

Engineering records capture points into the workflow

Digital process manipulates information continuously. So the workflow itself has to carry the capture points. Mark the inputs and the interim decision support drafts. Mark the comment responses where public comment periods apply, and the finals.

Automated workflow and document management version control make those records capture points easier to build than ever. Growing volume makes the discipline harder. Records prove what happened. That proof now doubles as the audit trail for whatever your AI does next.

Universal search was designed to bring you the universe. So is your AI assistant. Lee and Maura take on the two questions they left hanging last episode: how do you know which version is the last one, and how do you know your data is reliable? AI-ready data turns out to be the same problem, it is not solved by searching harder, and in 2026 it carries a regulatory clock.

Corporate data capture risk is a critical vulnerability that can completely disrupt an enterprise during sudden regulatory compliance audits or high-stakes litigation holds. Welcome back to What Counts, the podcast that digs into the messy information governance problems organizations inherit, ignore, and discover too late. In this episode, hosts Lee Karas and Maura Dunn move past theoretical concepts to break down exactly how unstructured file systems multiply your operational liabilities. Manual filing structures inevitably fail under heavy daily workloads, placing the burden entirely on your technology infrastructure to secure critical corporate history.

Clean dashboards and reliable data don’t happen by accident. In this episode of What Counts, Lee Karas and Maura Dunn pick up from the shift from records management to information governance and move into the three action principles that actually get you there: stop making copies, focus on data creation points, and touch once, use many times. They trace how society lost its mindfulness about creating data from Sumerian clay tablets to the printing press to the Federal Records Act and walk through a painfully familiar example of how a single shared link quietly multiplies into four copies. Along the way, they unpack the reliability paradox at the heart of information governance: the more copies you make, the less you can trust your data. It’s a candid, practical conversation about why these simple-sounding principles are so hard to follow, and why the tools we use every day keep reinforcing our worst habits.

New here? Start with the previous episode: Records Management vs. Information Governance.

Key Takeaways

The more copies you make, the less reliable your data becomes. People hoard copies because they don’t trust they’ll find the original later, which only makes the underlying data less trustworthy. It’s a paradox, but it holds.

We’ve lost our mindfulness about creating data. When information was expensive and hard to produce, more thought went into it. Now anyone can create and disseminate data in seconds, so almost none goes into it.

Three principles work together: stop making copies, focus on data creation points, and touch once / use many times. They’re simple to say, clear to understand, and genuinely hard to do.

Data creation deserves rules. Who’s allowed to create a new contract, location, or counterparty record? Where does it live? Who can change it, and how? Answering these up front prevents downstream chaos.

Acquisitions are data creation events. When data comes in through an acquisition, you need a crosswalk from old identifiers to new ones or you end up asking, “Where’s all the data for Armadillo Ranch?”

Bad data has real costs: failed audits, unanswerable litigation and e-discovery requests, duplicate survey spend, and revenue you can’t collect because you can’t prove your rights.

Your tools may be the problem. Email and collaboration platforms often reinforce copy-making habits or force workarounds, because the value of doing it right isn’t obvious in the moment.

What’s the difference between records management and information governance — and why should anyone running a business care? In this episode of What Counts, Lee Karas and Maura Dunn step back from the weeds of counterparty data to answer a deceptively simple question: what is information governance, and why is it the natural next step? Maura traces the journey from a world where creating a record was hard and expensive — clay tablets, hand-copied scrolls, the Federal Records Act — to today, where producing information takes ten seconds and most of it is noise. Along the way they untangle the vocabulary (governance is strategy and the “why”; management is execution), revisit the records-management principles that still hold true, and show how information governance helps you surface the small slice of information that actually runs your business. They close with practical moves you can make now: stop making copies, send a link instead of an attachment, and standardize and automate your contracts so your best people spend their time where the value and the risk actually live.

This episode builds on Episode 134, where Lee and Maura broke down how to keep counterparty and vendor data from sprawling across teams and systems before contracts are even signed. Listen to the previous episode here.

“Governance is more strategic — it incorporates the why. Management is execution.”

Key takeaways

Governance ≠ management. Governance sets strategy and the “why”; management executes, audits, and proves it.

Records management isn’t dead — its core test still applies: does this provide evidence of a policy, process, decision, action, or transaction?

Cheap creation is the modern problem. When anyone can publish in ten seconds, the hard part isn’t making information — it’s finding the small slice that matters.

Information governance is how you fight the noise so you can surface what runs the business and demonstrates compliance.

Stop making copies. Replace emailed attachments with links to a single, easy-to-reach, always-current source.

Unmanaged data is a risk, not just clutter — especially when it contains sensitive or critical-infrastructure information.

Contracts are where governance pays off: standardize, automate the routine, and reserve human attention for the high-value, high-risk exceptions.

Overall Episode Length: 0018:28

Episode chapters

00:00 — Sponsor: TrailBlazer Insight. Scan your shared drives locally for PII, HIPAA, PCI, and other compliance risks — no cloud, no IT ticket.

00:20 — Welcome to What Counts. Every organization hides a story in its data; meet your hosts, Lee and Maura.

00:47 — Recap & the segue. From Episode 134’s counterparty-data cleanup (persistent IDs, central systems, choke points) to a bigger question: what is information governance?

01:33 — Why this, why now. Making your contracts work for you starts with understanding your counterparties — and that leads straight to governance.

02:00 — The vocabulary problem. The words around this work keep changing (including TrailBlazer’s short-lived attempt to coin “information design”).

03:21 — Governance vs. management. Governance is strategic and carries the “why”; management is execution — following, auditing, and proving the process.

04:07 — Records management roots. Library school, law firms, and federal records centers — and the definition that still anchors the field.

04:51 — What is a “record”? Information that’s recorded (or can be) and provides evidence of decisions, actions, and transactions.

06:13 — When records were scarce. Cuneiform, scrolls, ink, and recyclable paper that fell apart — and the Federal Records Act, the first time the U.S. allowed records to be destroyed.

07:44 — Today’s flood. Creating information is now the cheapest thing you can do — so the value of any single piece is hard to find, and most has none.

08:37 — Enter information governance. From information management to data governance to information governance: a philosophy built on records principles, executed in a completely new way, to fight through the noise.

09:54 — The inbox problem. Open, click, delete — so how do you catch the one email that’s actually a record you need to keep?

10:40 — A real-world miss. Donation receipts lost in a personal inbox overrun with ads — why noise costs you.

11:39 — Automating the noise away. The weekly report’s evolution from paper to email blasts to set-and-forget rules nobody reads.

12:47 — When unread data becomes a risk. An energy-sector example: construction reports holding critical infrastructure information, piling up and waiting to be breached.

13:24 — Principle #1: Stop making copies. Don’t email attachments — point people to a source. But make it genuinely easy.

14:00 — Make it easy and more valuable. A weekly link to a live dashboard beats a stale Friday report you read on Monday.

15:39 — Governance applied to contracts. Standardize terms and exceptions, automate the routine, and free the high-value, high-risk contracts from the noise so senior legal and business minds focus where it counts.

17:01 — The big shift. From “create the document, then apply retention” to “information that reflects and serves the goals of the business.”

17:33 — Wrap-up & what’s next. Where information governance goes from here.

17:53 — Credits & how to support the show.

“In our age, creating information is the cheapest thing you can do.”

Frequently asked questions

What is information governance?

A strategic approach to creating, organizing, and using information so an organization can cut through the noise and focus on the small share of information that runs the business and demonstrates compliance. It’s built on records-management principles but executed very differently.

What’s the difference between records management and information governance?

Records management focuses on the lifecycle of records — creation, protection, use, and disposition. Information governance is broader and more strategic: it asks why you hold information and how it can serve business goals, not just how to retain and dispose of it.

What’s the difference between management and governance?

Governance is strategic — it sets direction and incorporates the “why.” Management is execution — following the rules, auditing the process, and proving it was followed.

Who should listen

General counsel and legal ops, records and information-governance managers, compliance officers, COOs, and contract/CLM owners — especially in mid-market and enterprise energy, healthcare, professional and engineering services, construction, and manufacturing.

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What Counts is produced by TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC and hosted by Lee Karas and Maura Dunn. Learn more at trailblazer.us.com or email us at info@trailblazer.us.com. Explore compliance-ready training at the TrailBlazer Learning Academy. Read more from Maura at mauradunn.substack.com. Music by Jason Blake. Full disclaimer.

Welcome back to “What Count,” the podcast where information governance meets contract lifecycle management. In this episode, Lee and Maura explore the critical next step after solving your counterparty data chaos: maintaining control of vendor information across multiple systems and teams. Discover how to build a centralized counterparty database that enables operations teams, procurement, and legal to work in parallel—and why enforcing a unique persistent ID is the million-dollar strategy that keeps everything aligned, even before contracts are executed.

Building on our previous discussion of counterparty data complications and contract management challenges, this episode reveals the operational playbook for managing your newly consolidated vendor list. Click the link to listen to our last episode. https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/counterparty-data-reconciliation-case-study/

Episode length: 00:13:09

0:27 – Introducing today’s topic: preventing counterparty data proliferation

0:46 – Recap: the contract data and counterparty challenges discussed previously

1:05 – The core problem: multiple data sources across teams

9:10 – Pre-contract data collection workflows

10:14 – The “prospect-to-vendor” workflow: collecting data before execution

11:40 – The million-dollar insight: why unique persistent IDs are critical

12:00 – Closing remarks and contact information

What Counts is produced by TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC and hosted by Lee Karas and Maura Dunn. Learn more at trailblazer.us.com or email us at info@trailblazer.us.com. Explore compliance-ready training at the TrailBlazer Learning Academy. Read more from Maura at mauradunn.substack.com. Music by Jason Blake. Full disclaimer.

Most counterparty data reconciliation projects fail at the same assumption: that one identifier — usually a tax ID — can resolve who you’re actually doing business with. In Episode 133 of What Counts, Maura Dunn walks through a real two-year project to reconcile 350,000 counterparty records across eight systems at a company built through acquisition: four contract management platforms, one ERP carrying both customer and supplier masters, and three trading systems, each with its own naming conventions, character limits, and overflow fields. She unpacks the 18 months of unproductive matching that came first, the rule-precedence approach that finally worked once Snowflake and Elasticsearch replaced the spreadsheet attempts, and the 10-to-1 collapse from 350K records down to 35K true entities. She also makes the case for where AI fits this kind of work today — and the one thing it still can’t do unless you put deep institutional knowledge into the prompt. If you want to see what’s hiding in your own shared drives right now, search TrailBlazer Insight in the Microsoft Store — it scans locally for PII, HIPAA, PCI, and other compliance risks with no cloud upload and no IT ticket required.

This episode picks up where Episode 132: Data Reconciliation Before AI left off — Maura delivers the full case study we teased last time.

Topics covered in this episode include post-acquisition contract data cleanup, duplicate counterparty detection across multiple CLM platforms, rule-based data matching at scale using Snowflake and Elasticsearch, and the role of AI in contract data reconciliation when source systems lack consistent identifiers.

Episode length: 00:21:01

0:00 – Pre-roll: TrailBlazer Insight — local compliance scanning for PII, HIPAA, and PCI

0:20 – Show intro

0:47 – Setting up the case study: 350,000 records across 8 systems

1:52 – How growth through acquisition created 7 (then 8) active counterparty sources

3:55 – Why the same legal entity can appear differently in every system

6:22 – The small business analogy: 4 addresses in 13 years

8:09 – The first 18 months: why tax ID matching failed at scale

10:48 – Name matching, character limits, overflow fields, and legacy system formatting

12:41 – Spreadsheet-by-spreadsheet spinning wheels

13:25 – The breakthrough: contract type bucketing + multi-variable matching

15:08 – Moving to Snowflake and Elasticsearch for rule-precedence matching

16:14 – Where AI could accelerate this today — and what it still needs from you

17:41 – The result: 350K records collapsed to 35K true entities

18:13 – What came out of all that work

19:49 – Teaser: next episode covers how to prevent this from happening again

What Counts is produced by TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC and hosted by Lee Karas and Maura Dunn. Learn more at trailblazer.us.com or email us at info@trailblazer.us.com. Explore compliance-ready training at the TrailBlazer Learning Academy. Read more from Maura at mauradunn.substack.com. Music by Jason Blake. Full disclaimer.

Episode 132 – Most organizations are being pushed to adopt AI-powered workflows before their data is anywhere close to ready. In this episode of What Counts, Maura and Lee pick up where they left off — diving deep into the concept of data reconciliation and why it must happen before AI ever touches your records. Using a real-world example built across multiple systems — a customer database, a work order system, and a contract management platform — they break down what it means to have duplicate, overlapping, and contradictory counterparty data, and why humans, not algorithms, are the ones who can resolve it. Maura introduces the concept of the golden record, explains the role of metadata mapping and fuzzy matching, and walks through the governance framework — policy, process, and system-of-record designation — that prevents the mess from coming back. If your organization is facing an AI initiative, a system migration, or growing pressure around data privacy and right-to-be-forgotten compliance, this episode gives you the foundational framework you need to start doing it right.

Episode length: 00:26:36

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Episode 131 – Data governance and AI readiness go hand in hand — and most organizations aren’t as ready as they think. In this episode, Maura and Lee take a hard look at what an AI-powered customer support escalation workflow actually requires to function. Spoiler: it’s not just a smart model. It’s clean, connected, versioned data — customer records, contract terms, and executed agreement instances all properly linked. Using a real-world cable company scenario, they unpack how disconnected systems, outdated identifiers, and missing metadata cause AI to hallucinate answers instead of finding them. The episode closes with an introduction to data objects and metadata mapping — and a preview of the counterparty reconciliation work that has to happen before AI can deliver on its promises.

Episode length: 00:19:21

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Episode 130 – When a company acquires another business, it inherits a tangled web of contracts — each with its own payment terms, clauses, and conditions. Contract one says 30 days, contract two says 45, and contract three says you never have to pay. So what happens when you point AI at this mess? In this episode of What Counts, we explore why contract data governance must come before AI deployment. AI is a powerful governance accelerator, but only when organizations harmonize their terms, configure their systems, and maintain human oversight every step of the way.

Episode length: 00:17:12

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In this episode of What Counts, Lee and Maura move beyond diagnosing the tension between growth and governance and dive into what real solutions look like. From the “records police” stereotype to the engineering metaphor of an ungoverned engine ready to blow, they unpack why organizations struggle to balance speed with safety—and how cross‑functional coalitions can change everything. Through stories about generators, pencils, rogue sales promises, and the realities of legal, IT, compliance, and business teams working in silos, they reveal how governance becomes a true accelerator when everyone solves the problem together instead of alone.

Episode length: 00:13:12

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Episode 128 – In this episode of What Counts, Lee and Maura dive into one of the most universal challenges leaders face: balancing the urgency of growth with the discipline of governance. From chasing new markets to managing real‑world information chaos—yes, even inside an information governance firm—they unpack why governance always feels like something you’ll “get to later,” and why “later” is exactly when the problems show up. Through candid stories and practical examples, they reveal how founders, operators, and executives can build sustainable growth without sacrificing control.

Episode length: 00:14:26

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Episode 127 – This episode of What Counts unpacks a problem every organization faces but few diagnose correctly: workflows fail when they don’t reflect the reality of how work actually gets done. Through real‑world examples—from delegated invoice approvals to storage and construction contracts—we explore how policy changes, unclear roles, and poorly analyzed workflows create bottlenecks, late payments, workarounds, and operational risk. The conversation highlights why modern workflow design must be grounded in process analysis, role clarity, and meaningful controls that support—not obstruct—the accomplishment of work.

Episode length: 00:18:39

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Information Governance Maturity: Why Your Score Is Too High

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Episode 126 – Many organizations confidently claim they operate in a mature, well‑managed environment—until someone starts examining how work actually…

Episode 125 – Contract Lifecycle Management touches every corner of an organization—finance, legal, procurement, operations, compliance, and the business itself. But despite the promise of modern CLM platforms, most implementations fail for one simple reason: the organization wasn’t ready for the software. In this episode of What Counts, Lee and Maura revisit a conversation recorded in early 2024, long before TrailBlazer Learning Academy and its governance accelerator templates were publicly available. With the Academy now live and widely adopted, the discussion is more relevant than ever. They explore why readiness, alignment, and governance‑ready templates are the true drivers of CLM success, and how TrailBlazer’s tools help organizations build clarity and confidence long before implementation begins.

Episode Length: 00:25:32

Episode 124 – Fact or Fiction. Governance gets a bad rap—too rigid, too bureaucratic, too “records police.” But in reality, good Information Governance is one of the most powerful accelerators a business can have. In this episode, we bust the most persistent myths holding teams back, from the idea that governance stifles innovation to the belief that it’s only for heavily regulated industries. You’ll hear how one startup used IG to fast‑track SOC 2 compliance and close enterprise deals, why every business with customers or content needs governance, and how healthy skepticism—not fear—keeps IG and AI working together. TrailBlazers know: governance isn’t a roadblock. It’s the runway.

Episode Length: 00:12:34

Learn more by visiting our website, or by sending TrailBlazer an email at info@TrailBlazer.us.com.

Episode 123 – Fact or Fiction. Welcome to What Counts by TrailBlazer Consulting, the podcast where we cut through the noise and uncover what truly matters in information governance. In Episode 123, Lee and Maura tackle the most common myths using a “Fact or Fiction” format—debunking misconceptions like “IG is just records management” or “Governance is IT’s job.” From startups to enterprises, you’ll learn why governance isn’t a dusty binder but a growth enabler, a compliance accelerator, and a trust builder. If you’ve ever wondered what IG really is, this episode sets the record straight.

Episode Length: 00:18:39

Learn more by visiting our website, or by sending TrailBlazer an email at info@trailblazer.us.com.

Episode 122: IP Lifecycle or Intellectual property isn’t just about filing a trademark or patent—it’s the full journey of your ideas, inventions, and creative assets. At TrailBlazer Consulting, we define the IP lifecycle as a living process: creation, documentation, protection, utilization, monitoring, and disposition. When managed strategically, IP becomes more than a legal checkbox—it transforms into a scalable asset that drives revenue, strengthens negotiations, and safeguards legacy. In this episode of What Counts, we break down why most companies get IP wrong, how to build governance-ready systems, and how to treat IP like equity—because it is.

Episode Length: 00:20:10

Episode 121 – Every business starts with a purpose—but sustaining it requires more than passion. It demands clarity. In this episode, we unpack why documenting your know-how isn’t just smart—it’s strategic. Your intellectual capital is the blueprint of your value, the reason clients trust you, and the asset that makes your business scalable, sellable, and defensible. Whether you’re a founder, consultant, or executive, it’s time to capture what you do—and own it.

Episode Length: 00:13:02

Episode 120 – In this episode, we explore how records and contracts aren’t just administrative necessities—they’re strategic assets that shape the trajectory of a business. From articles of incorporation and bylaws to board minutes and inter-entity agreements, these documents form the governance-grade foundation TrailBlazer Consulting champions. They offer more than a compliance snapshot—they reveal operational intent, strategic alignment, and the maturity of decision-making. While accounting records track financial flow, contracts often introduce performance thresholds, fee structures, and service expectations that can be leveraged to maximize value. A well-structured agreement doesn’t just define scope—it activates outcomes. And with the rise of AI, businesses now have the opportunity to analyze these documents at scale, surface trends, and identify logical connections—provided the human context is clearly defined first. At TrailBlazer, we view documentation as a lens into business integrity, scalability, and readiness for what’s next.

Episode Length: 00:17:14

Episode 119 – From press to pixel. In this episode, we journey through the transformative history of recorded communication—from press to pixel. The invention of the printing press to the rise of typewriters and the proliferation of copiers. We examine how Gutenberg’s movable type democratized access to written knowledge, how typewriters standardized documentation across government and industry, and how copiers ushered in the age of mass duplication and desktop publishing. These innovations didn’t just change how records were created—they reshaped governance, education, and the very architecture of information. Whether you’re a compliance professional, historian, or tech enthusiast, this episode offers a compelling look at the tools that built our modern recordkeeping systems.

Episode Length: 00:20:18

Discover how recordkeeping evolved from clay tablets to cloud-based systems. Lee and Maura explore the timeless principles of governance, transparency, and accountability that shape how we document and manage information today.

Episode length: 00:16:33

Episode 117 – In this episode, we unpack the hidden backbone of every business: data. From handwritten guest books to sophisticated CRMs, we explore the many forms customer and operational data can take—and why protecting it is non-negotiable. You’ll learn how to classify data by sensitivity, navigate privacy laws, and build retention schedules that meet legal and operational needs. Whether you’re managing supplier contracts, employee records, or financial documents, this 10-minute primer will help you understand what to keep, how long to keep it, and where to start. Plus, we share a free resource from TrailBlazer Learning Academy to help you build your own retention schedule with confidence.

Episode Length: 00:24:09

Learn more by visiting our website, or by sending TrailBlazer an email at info@TrailBlazer.us.com.

Episode 116 – In this episode of TrailBlazer, Maura and Lee dive into the essential components of business infrastructure setup—the behind-the-scenes systems that shape how your business communicates, operates, and scales. From branded office supplies that silently reinforce professionalism to hardware and software that streamline operations, every element plays a strategic role. Learn how to embed value positioning into your templates, choose tech that supports compliance and mobility, and create a digital presence that converts. Whether you’re launching or leveling up, this episode reveals how infrastructure becomes the root system of sustainable growth.

Episode Length: 00:10:58

Learn more by visiting our website, or by sending TrailBlazer an email at info@TrailBlazer.us.com.

Welcome to What Counts, the podcast where we decode the complexities of information governance and spotlight the strategies that drive operational maturity. In this episode, we’re diving into the foundational—but often overlooked—pillars of business success: payroll and human resources. From navigating payroll taxes and compliance to designing benefits that serve both your team and your bottom line, we’ll explore how intentional HR planning can protect your business, fuel growth, and create a resilient workplace culture. Whether you’re scaling a startup or refining enterprise operations, this episode offers actionable insights to help you hire smarter, report cleaner, and build stronger

Episode length: 00:20:41

Welcome to What Counts, the podcast where information governance meets real-world strategy. In this episode, Lee and Maura unpack the often-overlooked—but absolutely mission-critical—domains of Payroll and Human Resources. From tax compliance and structured reporting to strategic hiring and benefits that actually benefit the business, we explore how these foundational systems can drive resilience, reduce risk, and support scalable growth. Whether you’re a founder navigating first hires or a compliance lead refining your employee life cycle, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you build HR and payroll processes that are audit-ready, culture-conscious, and built to last.

Episode length: 00:19;51

Episode 113 – In today’s fast-paced business landscape, tracking isn’t just a back-office chore—it’s a strategic advantage. Whether you’re managing a lean startup or scaling operations, accurate time and inventory tracking can make or break your bottom line. In this episode of What Counts?, we dive into why tracking matters—from streamlining payroll and boosting productivity to preventing inventory loss and improving cash flow. You’ll learn how modern tools like digital timesheets, automated payroll systems, and real-time inventory software can transform your operations. Tune in to discover actionable strategies that help you stay compliant, efficient, and profitable.

Episode length 00:18:17

Episode E112 – In this episode of What Counts?, Maura and Lee unpack foundational financial management strategies and practical tips that every entrepreneur should know. From separating business and personal finances to choosing the right accounting software, this conversation is your guide to staying organized, building credibility, and planning for long-term success.

Listeners will learn:

-Why keeping business finances separate matters: Better organization, smoother tax reporting, and enhanced professional credibility.

-How to open a business account: Choosing the right bank, preparing your documents, and selecting account features like checks and debit/credit cards for financial flexibility.

-Selecting accounting software: QuickBooks is highlighted as a top choice for automating income and expense tracking, managing invoices, categorizing transactions, and staying compliant with tax regulations.

-Best practices for financial success: Weekly transaction reconciliation, leveraging reports for decision-making, and setting up automated reminders for payments and tax deadlines.

-Whether you’re launching your first venture or fine-tuning your financial systems, this episode offers actionable insights designed to simplify your processes and empower your business journey.

Episode length 00:17:10

Why every business needs a trusted lawyer and accountant from days one. Welcome to What Counts, the podcast that explores the power of information governance and the strategies behind smarter business decisions. In this episode, hosts Lee and Maura unpack one of the most critical, yet often overlooked, components of entrepreneurial success: professional support. From choosing the right business structure to mastering tax strategy and protecting your intellectual property, the right lawyer and accountant can be the difference between smooth scaling and costly setbacks. Tune in as we share real-world insights and practical guidance on how to build your business with the right experts by your side.

Episode length 00:15:20

Future-proofing your business in today’s fast-paced world is a challenge. Businesses that thrive are those that anticipate change before it happens. In this episode of What Counts, hosts Maura and Lee break down the essential framework for smart planning: seeing opportunities, watching for market signals, and building strategic plans that ensure long-term success. Whether it’s adapting to industry trends, improving information governance, or strengthening business resilience, this discussion highlights proven methods to lead, work, and build toward a future that works for you. Tune in to learn how top innovators spot opportunities, decode market shifts, and create a strategic blueprint for success. Don’t wait for change-get ahead of it.

Episode length 00:19:04

Episode 109 – Branding basics at What Counts, the podcast dedicated to navigating the world of information governance with expert insights and actionable strategies. In this episode, hosts Maura and Lee explore the fundamentals of branding and marketing, covering two essential steps: creating a compelling logo and registering your business name. Whether you’re launching a startup or refining an established brand, understanding these key branding elements is crucial to standing out in a competitive market. Learn how strong branding enhances credibility, attracts customers, and sets the foundation for a successful business. Discover expert tips on choosing the right business name, ensuring legal compliance, and designing an effective logo that resonates with your audience. Tune in to gain valuable branding knowledge that will help you build a lasting impression and drive your business forward!

Episode length 00:13:04.

Building a business foundation requires more than a great idea—it demands proper legal structuring and compliance. In this episode, we explore key foundational steps, including filing Articles of Incorporation to establish your entity, crafting a mission statement to define your business’s purpose, and drafting a General Operating Agreement to clarify roles and responsibilities among stakeholders. Additionally, we break down the essential process of filing with the IRS, securing an Employer Identification Number (EIN), and setting up your corporate details to ensure tax compliance. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or refining your existing business framework, this episode offers actionable insights to protect your assets, maintain alignment, and build a resilient foundation for long-term success. Tune in to streamline your path to business ownership!

Episode length 00:16:35

Establishing a business starts with selecting the right legal structure, which impacts taxes, liability, and operational flexibility. Entrepreneurs can choose from Sole Proprietorships for simplicity, Partnerships for shared ownership, LLCs for liability protection, C Corporations for investor appeal despite double taxation, or S Corporations for tax advantages with ownership limitations. Careful evaluation of these options ensures alignment with long-term business goals and financial considerations.

Once the legal structure is determined, the next crucial step is filing the Articles of Incorporation, which formalizes the business entity. This documentation includes essential details such as the business name, purpose, registered agent, and incorporators’ information. Properly completing and filing these documents ensures legal recognition, compliance, and a strong foundation for growth and operational success.

Episode length 00:20:05.

In today’s fast-moving market, adaptability isn’t a luxury-it’s a necessity. Success belongs to businesses that are resilient by design, stay motivated, and build a foundation strong enough to withstand uncertainty. In this episode, we explore what it takes to remain robust in an ever-evolving economy, from fostering a continuous learning mindset to navigating unexpected challenges. Whether you’re a startup or an established enterprise, the key to long-term growth lies in agility, innovation, and the courage to keep moving forward. Join us as we break down the strategies that turn obstacles into opportunities and setbacks into stepping stones.

Episode length 00:19:05.

2025 Episode 105 – Strategic growth: defining, building, and scaling your business while balancing talent and profitability are just a few items you will hear about in our second video episode.

Launching and strategically growing a business requires more than just a vision—it demands strategic decision-making at every stage. In this episode, we explore the foundational steps of defining your business purpose, crafting an operational strategy, and setting a path for sustainable growth. We tackle the balancing act between hiring the right team, investing in training, and maintaining profitability while continuously evaluating performance to drive success. Whether you’re a startup founder or an established entrepreneur, this discussion will provide actionable insights for structuring a business that thrives in an evolving market.

Episode length 00:14:53

2025 Episode 104 – We’re thrilled to bring you something brand-new with our first-ever video episode! As we explore this exciting format, we kindly ask for your patience as we work through learning new tricks to deliver the best possible video experience for you.

In this inaugural video episode, we’ll dive into the compelling world of starting a business. From the initial spark of an idea to tackling the tough realities of implementation, we’ll examine the challenges—and specifically, the information governance challenges—that entrepreneurs often face on their journey.

To enrich the conversation, we’ll not only introduce essential business concepts but also share practical insights from our own experiences at TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC. We’ll compare the subject matter to how we’ve navigated these very challenges, providing real-world context and actionable takeaways for you.

Let’s get started on this journey together as we blaze new trails in business, information governance, and this exciting video format. Stay tuned, and thank you for joining us!

Episode length 00:00:00

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IT Infrastructure and Information Governance: What to Check

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2025 Episode 103 – The devils in the details when it comes to infrastructure. Following along with the components of TrailBlazer’s Information Design framework, we cover the base component – Infrastructure. Where are the devils in the details when it comes to Infrastructure? Join Information Governance (IG) Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain where devils in the details hide when it comes to Infrastructure. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

Episode length 00:10:24.

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Business Applications and Records: What Systems Hide

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2025 Episode 102 – The devils in the details when it comes to applications. Following along with the components of TrailBlazer’s Information Design framework, we cover one of the supporting pillars called Applications. Where are the devils in the details when it comes to Applications? Join Information Governance (IG) Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain where devils in the details hide when it comes to Applications. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Data and Content Governance: The Details That Cause Problems

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2025 Episode 101 – The devils in the details when it comes to data | content. Following along with the components of TrailBlazer’s Information Design framework, we cover one of the supporting pillars called Data | Content. Where are the devils in the details when it comes to Data | Content? Join Information Governance (IG) Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they give a slightly cautionary tale on how the devils can be in the details when it comes to Data | Content. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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100 Episodes of Information Governance Lessons

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2025 Episode 100 – We took a break from the current subject matter and pulled together this celebratory What Counts Episode 100. We take a look back at some of the most viewed What Counts episodes. Additionally, we provide insight on who we are doing this podcast for and how you can use the information at your own organization. Join Information Governance (IG) Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they celebrate their 100 episode by recapping the past 99 episodes. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Records Process Design: Where Governance Breaks Down

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="gsBTXGLtsU"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/process-devils-in-the-details-e99/">Records Process Design: Where Governance Breaks Down</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/process-devils-in-the-details-e99/embed/#?secret=gsBTXGLtsU" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Records Process Design: Where Governance Breaks Down&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="gsBTXGLtsU" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

2024 Episode 99 – The devils in the details when it comes to process. Following along with the components of TrailBlazer’s Information Design framework, we cover one of the supporting pillars called process. Where are the devils in the details when it comes to process? Join Information Governance (IG) Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss how different companies feel about documenting processes. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Information Governance Policy: Details That Undermine It

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="rSDt06AEab"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/policy-devils-in-the-details-e98/">Information Governance Policy: Details That Undermine It</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/policy-devils-in-the-details-e98/embed/#?secret=rSDt06AEab" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Information Governance Policy: Details That Undermine It&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="rSDt06AEab" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

2024 Episode 98 – Where do the devils in the details hide when it comes to policy implementation? This episode explains policy-related devils in the details making it clear what to watch out for when creating or modifying company policies. Join Information Governance (IG) Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they provide recommendations and certain pitfalls to watch out for when implementing IG policies. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Information Governance Details That Derail Programs

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="aZAJcItT4a"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/governance-devils-and-details-e97/">Information Governance Details That Derail Programs</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/governance-devils-and-details-e97/embed/#?secret=aZAJcItT4a" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Information Governance Details That Derail Programs&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="aZAJcItT4a" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

2024 Episode 97 – Details are important in information governance planning and implementation. Based off the TrailBlazer Framework, explained in Episode 96, we dive further into the devils in the details when it comes to Governance. This episode ‘Governance Devils and Details’ gives you insights into the important considerations for setting up your information governance. Join IG Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they help establish the governance section of an information governance program. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Why Details Matter In Information Governance Programs

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2024 Episode 96 – Details are important in information governance planning and implementation. The devils are in the details when it comes to trying to get information governance activities moving forward in your organization. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they use the TrailBlazer Framework to help explain where the devils in the details can hide. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Unusual Information Governance Situations From the Field

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2024 Episode 95 – Some of our strange information governance moments over the years. We talk about our strange moments in information governance but would love to hear from you. Drop us a line at info@trailbazer.us.com and tell us about your strangest information governance moments.

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AI and Information Governance: What Changes and What Doesn't

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2024 Episode 94 – Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can help the Information Governance Professional. We have come a long way from the days of autoclassification in records management. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they give their opinion on the good and bad of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Information Overload: Managing Too Much Data Daily

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2024 Episode 93 – Inundated with too much data daily? Learn how Information Governance can help you sort through and handle data inundation by using your organization’s records retention schedule (RRS). Your RRS is more than just a records management policy. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain how a records retention schedule can become the backbone for automated filing, tagging, and email management. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Raw Data vs Manipulated Data: Which One Is The Record

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2024 Episode 92 – What does it mean to give your employees access to raw data instead of manipulated data in the format they are used to? Which is greater, the potential for better reporting and results or disaster and confusion? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain the difference between raw data and manipulated data in the context of large scale reporting requirements. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Backfile Characterization: Statistical Sampling Methods

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2024 Episode 91 – This episode will provide you with an understanding of how to use the backfile characterization methodology to perform a statistical sampling analysis. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain how the backfile characterization was used to locate certain records instead of searching for records to destroy. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Backfile Characterization: How to Run One

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2024 Episode 90 – Implement a backfile characterization on your organization’s offsite storage boxes or electronic files in line with defensible destruction. This episode will provide you an understanding of how to perform a backfile characterization. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they provide the requirements for performing a backfile characterization project at your organization. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

Episode length 00:18:40.

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Backfile Characterization: What It Is and Why You Need It

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2024 Episode 89 – Does your organization have too much electronic and physical paper cluttering up your systems, hallways, and office space? This episode will provide you with an introduction to a backfile characterization project. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they introduce a backfile characterization project. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Office Move Records Plan: What to Do With Files and Boxes

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2024 Episode 88 – How you as an IG professional can help your organization during an office move or office closure. It’s not the end of the world if you are the one stuck having to cleanup after an office move or office closure. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss a couple of ways to deal with the material left behind after an office move or office closure. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Information Governance Documentation: What to Write Down

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2024 Episode 87 – IG documentation – what is that all about? Are you, as an Information Governance Professional, interested in learning the important items to document for company prosperity. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss IG documentation routine verses non-routine. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Legal Holds: How to Issue, Track, and Release Them

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2024 Episode 86 – Are legal holds important? Does your organization know how to implement a legal hold? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss legal holds and what information should be included in a hold.

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Legacy Data Cleanup: What to Do With Old Systems and Files

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2024 Episode 85 – Are you having legacy data issues? Are you wondering what you should do with legacy data? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they give their guidance on what companies should do with legacy data.

Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

Episode length 00:14:10.

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Document Migration: How To Move Files Without Losing Records

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2024 Episode 84 – What are the important steps for matching documents to data to ensure accurate document migration? How do you find all the places where documents are stored to migrate the appropriate documents? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain important steps for document migration. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

Episode length 00:19:46.

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Losing Your Project Sponsor: Keeping the Program Alive

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2024 Episode 83 – What do you do when your project sponsor leaves? Project sponsorship changes affect all aspects of your information governance program, including individual projects. What do you do now? How will you position yourself and your program after key sponsorship changes. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they help guide you through steps you can take to ease the impact of a key sponsorship change. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Legacy System Decommissioning: Retiring Apps Nobody Owns

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="s7626LAcXh"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/zombie-systems/">Legacy System Decommissioning: Retiring Apps Nobody Owns</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/zombie-systems/embed/#?secret=s7626LAcXh" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Legacy System Decommissioning: Retiring Apps Nobody Owns&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="s7626LAcXh" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

2024 Episode 82 – What do you do with the old data left behind in zombie systems after you start using your brand-new system? IG professionals know that old data cannot just go away and that the appropriate retention should be applied. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they help you use zombie system costs to bulk up your new system business case and help apply retention. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Working With IT on Information Governance Projects

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="pbNiqMh1gc"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/why-it-should-be-your-ig-partner-e81/">Working With IT on Information Governance Projects</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/why-it-should-be-your-ig-partner-e81/embed/#?secret=pbNiqMh1gc" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Working With IT on Information Governance Projects&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="pbNiqMh1gc" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

2024 Episode 81 – A few reasons why information governance professionals should partner with IT. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they explain the reasons why IG professionals need to understand and partner with IT. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about
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System Testing and Go/No-Go Decision - E80

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="sSFBGjrmLx"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/system-testing/">System Testing and Go/No-Go Decision &#8211; E80</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/system-testing/embed/#?secret=sSFBGjrmLx" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;System Testing and Go/No-Go Decision &#8211; E80&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="sSFBGjrmLx" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

2024 Episode 80 – A review of the different levels of system testing and help to make that final Go/No-Go decision to put your contract management solution into production a little easier. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they review testing methods like making sure your configuration matches your design, making sure the functions work the way they are supposed to, checking that the integrations work, and involving users to test their specific areas. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Don't Underestimate Contract Data and Document Cleanup - E79

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2024 Episode 79 – Don’t underestimate the time necessary for contract data and document cleanup. What items are frequently overlooked when looking at contract data? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they share a few suggested approaches to help you not underestimate contract data and document cleanup. Each episode contains important information
gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Why Capture Current Contract Processes - E78

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Do you think process mapping is just a bunch of consulting buzz words? Learn how important it is to capture current contract processes before you implement software. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss where to start in order to capture current contract processes. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Contract Lifecycle Management Functionality - E77

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2024 Episode 77 – How to understand Contract Lifecycle Management functionality to apply it to your organization’s needs. What are some of the unique things about CLM functionality that you should know to aid in the setup of new processes for your organization. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss contract lifecycle management functionality. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Implementing Software - Read This! - E76

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2024 Episode 76 – Implementing software at your organization? This episode is a great guide to all the elements necessary to make implementing software or any program a success. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss the TrailBlazer Information Design Framework. Each episode contains important information gained through our experience working with companies across various industries and we talk about how you can apply this experience to your company.

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Contract Management - E75

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What is contract management? Why is it sometimes called contract lifecycle management? Why should you be concerned? Do contracts really rule the world? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they introduce contract management and explain what contract lifecycle management means for your business. Each episode contains important
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Lessons Learned - E74

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You figured out whether to do a pilot project or a proof of concept, now document your lessons learned. How many hypotheses are too many to test for with a pilot project?  What do you do with the lessons learned that you collected? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they give real life examples to help document and follow up on lessons learned. Each episode contains important information to help guide businesspeople with project implementation.

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Pilot Project vs Proof Of Concept - E73

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2024 Episode 73 – What’s the difference between a pilot project vs proof of concept? Can one be more technical in natural than the other? Is a pilot project all about people and process? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they give real life examples to help explain the
difference between a pilot project vs proof of concept.

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Changes, What Changes? E72

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Changes, what changes? What do you do after you tested your organization for implementation readiness? Be prepared, remain flexible, and make sure your change management person is ready.

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Organizational Readiness E71

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After setting up your project success factors it’s time to assess the readiness of your people, processes, and technology.

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Project Success Factors - E70

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Just assess the impact on people, process, and technology. That’s easier said than done. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they give real life examples to help better understand people, process, and technology for more effective project implementation.

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Key Team Members Make Information Governance Change Happen! - E69

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Do you struggle to understand why your information governance project is not gaining the traction you expected? Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss best practices developed over the past 10 years for engaging key team members in your organization for keeping your project on track. Each episode contains important information to help information governance professionals make an even greater impact at their organizations.

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Assessment Questions - E68

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This episode is great for individuals who want to explore the root cause of information governance issues at their organization and find out how information is flowing across the organization.

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Republishing Data and Information Management Challenges - E67

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I’m sure at one point or another you were looking for a file, report, or email and said “I can’t find what I want when I need it”. If this is you, then listening to this episode may give you some practical insight into the root of your problem, and help get organized and increase efficiency.

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From Records Management to Information Governance - E66

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Information governance is helping companies actively use their information to make better business decisions and contributing to overall cost savings. Information governance transitioned from an administrative cost to value and capital investment.

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Asset Data Management Summary - E65

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="x2S7rWCuh3"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/asset-data-management-summary/">Asset Data Management Summary &#8211; E65</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/asset-data-management-summary/embed/#?secret=x2S7rWCuh3" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Asset Data Management Summary &#8211; E65&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="x2S7rWCuh3" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

This summary will review the steps necessary for creating an asset data management program that links to your asset management strategy and your company’s overall business strategy.

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Depreciation and Taxes for Physical Assets - E64

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Learn the importance of having a strong asset data structure and asset information model to create the links between how the finance, engineering, capital development or construction teams can plan for the financial impact of your assets.

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Inventory Management - E63

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Linking parts and inventory management to your asset information management activities.

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Revenue Generating Assets - E62

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Knowing how many contracts are depending on an asset in your company fully functioning at optimal capacity will help focus maintenance. Join Information Governance Consultants, Maura Dunn and Lee Karas, as they discuss a plan for having revenue generating assets.

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Finding Your Assets: Asset Definitions And Location Hierarchies - E61

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Real-life examples of how detailed design documents may not help in finding your assets without asset definitions and naming conventions.

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Follow The Yellow Brick Road Of Data - E60

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The challenge is to trace the important data that meets your asset definitions and get it into your systems so that your information is up to date.

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Building Practical Asset IDs - E59

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Deciding on practical asset IDs does not have to be difficult and should not include building meaning into a long string of characters.

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Deciding on Practical Definitions for Assets - E58

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Deciding on practical definitions for your infrastructure assets. What key factors can you use to help define these assets?

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Define What Constitutes An Asset - E057

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Why is it important for your whole company to have the same understanding on what are its physical assets? You’ll be surprised by the answers you get when you ask different parts of your organization to define what constitutes an asset.

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Introduction to Asset Data Management - E056

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="80Rm6qriac"><a href="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/introduction-to-asset-data-management/">Introduction to Asset Data Management &#8211; E056</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://trailblazer.us.com/podcast/introduction-to-asset-data-management/embed/#?secret=80Rm6qriac" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Introduction to Asset Data Management &#8211; E056&#8221; &#8212; TrailBlazer Consulting, LLC" data-secret="80Rm6qriac" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://trailblazer.us.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

An introduction to asset data management for physical infrastructure assets.

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Business Process Map vs Records Process Map - E055

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Records Process Maps are an excellent way to help uncover and reduce the number of silos within an organization.

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Identify Data For a Spinoff or Divestiture - E054

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What information governance professionals can do to help their organization ensure the correct data gets delivered to the new organization.

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Merger - Now What? - E053

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A merger is a great opportunity for an information governance professional to help their organization get through all the data challenges.

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The Information Governance Professional's Ultimate Guide to Mergers & Acquisitions - E052

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How can an IG professional help prepare their organization to handle an M&A event and better position themselves in the process?

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Is an ECM Solution Right for Email Management? - E051

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Would an ECM solution be the right fit for your organization to use to manage email?

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Steps to Email Management - E050

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Steps to email management.

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The Importance Of Email Management - E049

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The Importance of Email Management

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Spreadsheets: Do They Mask More Serious IG Issues? - E048

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2023 Episode 48 – Who knows what lurks behind the use of spreadsheets in your organization? Could spreadsheets be masking…

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The Secret To Process Improvement - E047

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Top 5 Information Governance Challenges - E046

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Why Your Organization Needs An Electronic Communications Policy - E045

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Records Retention Schedule Implementation - E044

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Do you struggle to have your Records Retention Schedule gain utilization across your organization?

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Policy Rollout Best Practices - E043

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Each episode contains powerful information to help improve the visibility of your information governance program and increase its effectiveness across your organization.

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The Importance of Connecting Information Classification with Records Retention - E042

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How to Create a Practical Records Retention Schedule - E041

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