The Institute of Information Management (IIM) Australia has emphasised tge importance of data integrity and compliance at its 2025 Annual Conference, Induction, and Investiture Ceremony, held at Mantra on Queen, Brisbane.
With the theme “Navigating Data Integrity and Compliance in the Australian Digital Landscape,” the event brought together distinguished professionals, industry leaders, inductees, and guests from both the public and private sectors. Participants joined both in person and virtually to explore emerging challenges and opportunities in data governance.
International President, IIM, Dr Oyedokun Oyewole, emphasised the growing significance of data integrity and compliance in an era of rapid technological change and increasing regulatory demands.
In her keynote presentation, titled “The New Rules of Data: Compliance, Conflict, and Competitive Advantage,” Director of Info Sphere Education Pty Ltd, Sydney, Ms. Kate Carruthers shed light on a compelling exploration of the evolving regulatory environment in Australia and beyond. Ms. Carruthers examined global data management trends, the human dimension of data, and practical strategies for organizations navigating new compliance frameworks.
She shed light on critical developments such as the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act (December 2024), the Cyber Security Act 2024, and updated standards impacting critical infrastructure and financial institutions. Emphasising integrated federal legislation, mandatory ransomware reporting, and enhanced protections for vulnerable groups, including children and victims of doxing. Ms. Carruthers underscored the imperative for organizations to embed data integrity, trust, and transparency into their core operations.
The event also featured the formal induction of new members into the IIM Australia community across various categories, including Honorary Fellow, Professional Fellow, and Associate Member. The investiture ceremony recognized these individuals’ outstanding contributions to the field of information management and their dedication to upholding professional excellence
