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IG can be an intimidating topic to even talk about for corporations that have never addressed the issue before. Taking it a step further by committing to the initiative and getting started is even harder for some.
Once a company is sold on the benefits of establishing an IG program, there are steps they can take even without investing in high-priced consultants or other external resources to get started. Successful IG comes from proper planning and preparation.
One of the most important things to understand about IG is that by its very nature, it’s a proactive exercise. As such, successful IG comes from properly preparing. Organizations that take the time to do their research, establish a vision and plan their process will find they have a much easier go of it than those who dive in thinking they can implement policies without significant planning. Let us recall Benjamin Franklin’s well-known quote: “Failing to plan is a plan to fail.”
Read the complete article at Practical Tips for Creating an IG Program