What problem does your information centre solve?
Jinfo Article
20th August 2018
Abstract
How can an information department develop its work processes so that it's constantly providing value to the larger organisation? This is something Jinfo set out to explore in a recent Community session and this article looks at some of the issues raised including how to define value, how to incorporate it into the work you do and some practical tips on future-proofing your work and aligning with corporate goals.
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Robin Neidorf
Director of Research
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