Making the bulletsfor others to fire

Nick MooreManaging Partner, Acumen

nick.moore@acumenuk.co.uk

Researching information policy

• Making sense of it all• Filling in the gaps• Critical analysis

Making sense of it all

• What did we mean by information policy?• What was going on already?• Can we develop an analytical framework?• Where are the gaps?

Information Policy MatrixICT &

NetworksLegislative &Regulatory

Skills

Information Sector

Information & organisations

Information & society

Filling in the gaps

• Highlighting the gaps• Seizing opportunities for research and

influence• Creating opportunities for dissemination and

debate• Building relationships and networks

Critical analysis

• Through evaluation• Monitoring and observation• Critical comment

General lessons

• Interest and passion are essential• Stay ahead of the curve • Be part of an influential organisation • Build networks and relationships • Retain your independence• Luck plays a big part

Mistakes and how to avoid them

• I tried to cover too much– Focus and specialise

• I failed to carry others with me– Build networks, win friends and influence people

• I got too far ahead of the curve• I didn’t give myself enough time to think • I didn’t encourage enough criticism

Discussion points

• What is the next big issue?• What can you do to stay ahead of the curve?