Scale Faster, Decrease Risk With Proactive Information Governance with Lica Patterson

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Go Go Grow Business Growth Podcast hosted by Michelle Page, your go-to podcast for valuable insights and practical advice on business growth and scalability.Does your heart beat 💓 faster when you hear the six intriguing words…. Information governance…, data governance…, IT governance…?If yes, you probably either love the topic, are intimidated by the topic or haven’t a clue what to do about the topic and now you are worried.Never fear! Check out this masterclass episode of Go Go GROW with expert guest Lica Patterson, COO & Co-Founder of Holliday & Associates, who will break down the who, what, when, why and how for the SMB entrepreneurs and business leaders.We dive deep into the world of IT and data governance, with a special focus on how startups and established businesses can both benefit from robust information governance practices.💡 Some key concepts and takeaways: 💡➡️ External Audits & Internal Dry RunsObjectively assess your current IT and data governance processes are up to date and secure, runs trials before deployment➡️ Structured Onboarding & OffboardingThese aren't just HR buzzwords! Proper onboarding and offboarding are critical for maintaining data security and ensuring efficient business operations.➡️ Scalable Data ManagementBoth startups and large firms must manage data properly. Solopreneurs should invest early in information governance to avoid inefficiencies, and growing businesses need structured systems to handle data during scaling and acquisitions.Tune in to this insightful conversation to learn actionable advice on IT governance, data hygiene, and the importance of structured processes.This is just the tip of the iceberg! Be sure to subscribe to Go Go GROW so you don’t miss the very next episode featuring expert guest Michael Hasse, cybersecurity expert and all around IT guru, who will continue this conversation on a different path!