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As the year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the trust and collaboration from our clients, partners, and peers. We're deeply grateful for the meaningful work we've achieved together this year. Whether you’re closing out projects or taking time to recharge, we hope this season offers the rest and renewal you deserve. Here’s to new opportunities and shared successes in the year ahead! Happy holidays from our team to yours. #HappyHolidays #Factor

There's been a lot of fear, uncertainty, and doubt about GenAI in the press this year. Factor's Sherrard Glaittli helps us remember that there's still a lot of promise and potential in these technologies, especially if we focus on *trust* as a core value. Let us know in the comments where you think GenAI will go in 2025.

“The soul's joy lies in doing.” ― Percy Bysshe Shelley #HumanFactor

Factor CEO Gwen Hall recently attended a talk that struck a chord with her; sometimes discomfort is what is needed to unlock growth. If you’ve had experiences where a challenge has led to growth please share in the comments. You never know, your experience may be an inspiration to others.

In our field, we think a lot about information behaviors like known-item seeking, berrypicking, and serendipitous discovery. Can you identify which form John Tulinsky’s career path took? (However he got here, Factor is glad he found us.)

This week, Factor's Bob Kasenchak and Gwen Hall spent time in Washington, D.C., for #DGIQ2024. As a conference focused on governance, conversations about information architecture were less frequent—but there was a clear appetite to explore how these disciplines intersect. Data Governance ensures accuracy, security, and compliance, while Information Architecture organizes and structures data for usability. Many treat these practices separately, but together, they form the foundation for scalable and reliable data management. With artificial intelligence adding complexity to this mix, the need for alignment between governance and architecture has never been greater. AI both influences and is influenced by these practices. Bob’s session on consequentialist ethics of generative AI tied these themes together and facilitated valuable discussions on responsibility, ethical frameworks, and innovation in our field. We're grateful for another opportunity to exchange knowledge with industry leaders and look forward to continuing the momentum! #Factor #DataGovernance #InformationArchitecture #ArtificialIntelligence #AI

“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson #HumanFactor #Gratitude

After speaking at Taxonomy Bootcamp, Factor’s Connor Cantrell had a chance to explore our nation’s capital and reflect on what it means to be an information consumer once you’ve become an information designer.

Next week, Factor heads back to Washington, D.C., for the Data Governance & Information Quality Conference East. Here’s what we’re most looking forward to: ➡️ Bob Kasenchak's session on Generative AI ethics: A deep dive into the risks and responsibilities of deploying GenAI at scale. ➡️ The Women in Data Management and Governance track: An essential space for amplifying voices and expertise in our field. ➡️ The conversations: Few places bring together this level of expertise, insight, and real-world experience in one room. DGIQ East is where the serious work of shaping the future of data happens, and we can't wait to be part of it. If you’re attending, let us know—we’d love to connect! #DGIQ2024 #DataGovernance #InformationQuality #GenerativeAI #WomenInData

“Everything seems simpler from a distance.” –Gail Tsukiyama #HumanFactor