Thoughts on the opportunities for records professionals of the open access, open data agenda

McLeod, Julie (2012) Thoughts on the opportunities for records professionals of the open access, open data agenda. Records Management Journal, 22 (2). pp. 92-97. ISSN 0956-5698

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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this editorial is to highlight the potential challenges and opportunities for information and records managers of the “open access” agenda. This is becoming increasingly high profile not only in the research sector, but also the public sector as a result of a number of key drivers, namely, research funder requirements, regulatory compliance, and the demand for greater openness, transparency and accountability.

Design/methodology/approach – The article is a viewpoint informed by the findings from two recent projects directed by the author and on wider conversations and publications. It is not an in-depth analysis of the literature.

Findings – The author suggests that the increasing profile and importance of “open access” and “open data” offer new opportunities for information and records managers. They provide technical as well as people challenges and a new context in which information and records managers can apply their expertise. This will be different to the compliance agenda; it will be focused more on economic and competitor advantage.

Originality/value – The viewpoint brings together thoughts on the information and records management implications of open access and the potential value and role of records professionals. Its purpose is to stimulate debate and action.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Challenges, data re-use, information management, information profession, open data, opportunities, records management, research funding
Subjects:	P100 Information Services
Department:	Faculties > Engineering and Environment > Computer and Information Sciences
Depositing User:	Ellen Cole
Date Deposited:	14 Dec 2012 10:55
Last Modified:	12 Oct 2019 20:48
URI:	http://nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/10772

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