{"title":"Alan MacLennan","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlan MacLennan’s works delve into the critical fields of information governance and assurance, offering readers insightful perspectives on managing data with integrity and security. His books provide a thorough exploration of the principles and practices that underpin effective information management in today’s complex environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the frameworks that support reliable information systems, MacLennan’s writing combines clarity with a deep understanding of the subject. His contributions serve as valuable resources within the \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e sphere, guiding readers through contemporary challenges in information assurance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"information-governance-and-assurance-by-alan-maclennan-9781856049405","title":"Information Governance and Assurance","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive textbook discusses the legal, organisational and ethical aspects of information governance, assurance and security and their relevance to all aspects of information work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInformation governance\u003c\/em\u003e describes the activities and practices which have developed to control the use of information, including, but not limited to, practices mandated by law. In a world in which information is increasingly seen as a top-level asset, the safeguarding and management of information is of concern to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the researcher who is responsible for ethical practices in the gathering, analysis, and storage of data, to the reference librarian who must deliver unbiased information; from the records manager who must respond to information requests, to the administrator handling personnel files, this book will equip practitioners and students alike to implement good information governance practice in real-world situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKey topics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInformation as an asset\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe laws and regulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eData quality management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDealing with threats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSecurity, risk management and business continuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrameworks, policies, ethics and how it all fits together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReadership\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fully supported by examples, discussion points and practical exercises, this is essential reading for everyone who needs to understand, implement and support information assurance policies and information governance structures. It will be particularly valuable for LIS students taking information management and information governance courses, and information professionals with an advisory or gatekeeping role in information governance within an organisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47606253256940,"sku":"9781856049405","price":165.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781856049405-information-governance-and-assurance.jpg?v=1778148239"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alan-maclennan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}