If you have not seen Ulla deStricker’s latest blog post, check it out: "Precious Time: Managing Information Overload"
http://www.destrickerblog.com/de_stricker/2008/03/precious-time-m.html
She says: "Assistance in managing the flow of information – to free up time so they can apply their expertise in pursuit of the organization’s goals – is required … but how? Is the solution to be found in technology? Information professionals offer to help establish a REASONABLE flow of RELEVANT information, using their tricks of the trade. With every reduction in the typical knowledge worker’s time spent in unproductive information seeking, they contribute value. Managing knowledge worker overload is a daunting challenge, Information professionals are on it."
So … are you "on it"? If so, how? Let’s start sharing some best practices and facilitate all of our learning!
-Juanita – Chair, Leadership & Management Division
