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Chapter III III-12 JP 3-0 (1) Information management is an essential process that receives, organizes, stores, controls, and secures an organization’s wide range of data and information in a manner that facilitates availability to relevant users, while concurrently preventing inadvertent disclosure of sensitive or proprietary information. IM is important for the commander’s battle rhythm and the development and sharing of information to increase both individual and collective knowledge. Effective IM improves the speed and accuracy of information flow and supports execution through reliable communications. The process is used to manage the organization’s information resources and optimize access to information by all who need it. As the key joint force staff integrator, the chief of staff may be responsible for managing the IM process, while the communications system directorate of a joint staff ensures the operation and connectivity of the supporting C2 communication systems and processes. Many joint HQ will also have an IM officer and an IM plan. HQ may also form a joint IM board to serve as a focal point for information oversight and coordination. HQ’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) normally will describe specific IM procedures and responsibilities. IM feeds the development and sharing of knowledge- based information products. Figure III-2. Creating Shared Understanding Creating Shared Understanding Processing Individual Learning Team Learning Insight Data Shared Understanding Wisdom Making Decisions Sharing Knowledge to Create Shared Understanding Managing Information Experience Art and Leadership Science and Systems Knowledge Information