Information Matters with AI with Jacqueline Stockwell

Jacqueline Stockwell

Welcome to Information Matters with AI, the podcast exploring the vital connection between information management and artificial intelligence. Hosted by international bestselling author, global CEO and information management advocate Jacqueline Stockwell, this podcast brings together industry experts, business leaders, innovators and practitioners to discuss how organisations can unlock the full potential of AI through better management of their information. As organisations rush to embrace artificial intelligence, many are discovering an uncomfortable truth: AI is only as good as the information that powers it. Through thought-provoking conversations, practical insights and real-world experiences, you'll discover how information management, records management, privacy, governance and data quality form the foundation of successful and responsible AI adoption. Topics include: Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information ManagementRecords ManagementInformation GovernancePrivacy and Data ProtectionDigital TransformationInformation CultureLeadership and InfluenceCompliance and RiskCareer Development Whether you're trying to prepare your organisation for AI, improve compliance, build a stronger information culture or elevate your career, this podcast will give you the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to take action. Because better information leads to better decisions, better outcomes and a better future. Be Authentic. Be Compliant. Be Empowered. Hosted by Jacqueline Stockwell International Bestselling Author of Blooming Good Information Management, Global CEO of Leadership Through Data Ltd, international speaker, trainer and passionate advocate for raising the profile of information management worldwide.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    072 Permissions, Privacy And Panic: What Copilot Might Reveal with Andrea Mcintosh

    Send us Fan Mail Is Microsoft Copilot ruining your data security, or did it just find the messy cupboard you’ve been ignoring for years? In this episode, host Jacqueline Stockwell is joined by Andrea McIntosh, General Manager for Global Operations at Leadership Through Data. With over 25 years of experience across IT and Information Management, Andrea breaks down why AI isn’t creating new permission problems—it’s simply making existing oversharing visible.  Together, Jaki and Andrea explore the fine line between tech access and genuine information ownership, how privacy, eDiscovery, and records management intersect, and why fear-based messaging is ruining your governance strategy.  In this episode, we cover: The "Messy Cupboard" Effect: Why Copilot changes our relationship with information and surfaces hidden SharePoint risks. The Anatomy of Overshare: How ordinary, everyday decisions create massive long-term exposure. Practical Access Reviews: Why you shouldn't start a massive org-wide permissions audit, and where to focus first. One Actionable Takeaway: A simple, low-stress exercise you can run in your organization this week. Rapid Fire: Deleting data, banning buzzwords, and why we can't blame everything on "Poor Bob." Stop panicking about AI and start using it as an enabler for better information governance. Tune in now! AI only works when your information works.  Assess your organisation across the seven EMPOWER pillars.  Take the EMPOWER AI Readiness Scorecard now The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard Support the show

  2. Sep 1

    071 Purview Without the Panic: Making Microsoft Purview Work for AI Readiness

    Send us Fan Mail Is Microsoft Purview really a compliance tool, or is it the missing piece in your AI readiness strategy? In this episode of Information Matters with AI, Jacqueline Stockwell is joined by Microsoft Purview specialist Kunal Kankariya to break down one of the most misunderstood platforms in Microsoft 365. Many organisations invest in licences, deploy a few labels, and assume they are ready for AI and Microsoft Copilot. The reality is very different. Jacqueline and Kunal explore how organisations can use Microsoft Purview to understand, govern, and protect information without becoming overwhelmed by technology, compliance jargon, or unnecessary complexity. You'll discover: ✅ Why Purview is much more than a compliance tool  ✅ The biggest myths that hold organisations back  ✅ Why governance must come before technology  ✅ How Microsoft Copilot changes the information risk conversation  ✅ The common mistakes organisations make when deploying Purview  ✅ Why buying licences does not automatically create AI readiness  ✅ How to prioritise Purview capabilities based on business outcomes Whether you're an executive leader, information manager, records professional, governance specialist, or IT decision-maker, this episode provides practical guidance for turning information chaos into business confidence. Connect with Our Guest Kunal Kankariya Microsoft Purview & Microsoft 365 Specialist 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kunalkankariya/ Connect with Jacqueline Stockwell 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinestockwell/ 🌐 Leadership Through Data: https://www.leadershipthroughdata.com 📘 Author of Blooming Good Information Management Blooming Good Information Management: How to Empower Yourself and Your Workforce eBook : Stockwell, Jacqueline: Amazon.co.uk: Books Book an AI Readiness Discovery Call Contact Us | Information Management & Governance Experts AI EMPOWER Accelerator scorecard The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard If you're wondering whether your organisation is truly ready for Microsoft Copilot and AI adoption, book a discovery call with the Leadership Through Data team. Support the show

  3. Aug 25 ·  Video

    070 Why Copilot Gives Bad Answers: The Information Problem No One Wants To Admit

    Send us Fan Mail Copilot isn’t “making your organization look bad” by accident. It’s doing something far more uncomfortable: showing you, in seconds, what your information management has been hiding for years. When Microsoft Copilot gives a confident but wrong answer, the root cause is often sitting in plain sight, like duplicate policies, stale documents, unclear ownership, or content that never should have been kept in the first place. We talk through a real case where a chatbot pulled the wrong bereavement policy because two versions existed, then connect that lesson directly to Copilot in Microsoft 365. From there, we get practical about why permissions become a bigger problem with AI. Copilot can only access what you can access, but unlike you, it never gets tired, never stops searching, and can surface “hidden access” you forgot you had. Overshared SharePoint sites, anonymous links, and weak sensitivity labels suddenly move from background noise to board-level risk. Then we lay out a clear Copilot readiness approach you can actually run: knowledge testing with known-answer questions, regression testing to see whether answers stay correct as information changes, and edge case testing where the right result is “I can’t find that.” We also cover what to measure for leadership and the board, using exposure, readiness, and value rather than vanity metrics. If you want Copilot to be useful, safe, and trustworthy, the work starts with data quality, governance, retention, and permissions. Subscribe for more practical AI governance and information management guidance, share this with the person leading your Copilot rollout, and leave a review if it helped. What’s the one question you’d use to test whether Copilot is truly ready in your organization? Support the show

  4. Aug 18 ·  Video

    069 Wolf Not Sheep: Why Standing Out Beats Fitting In with John Woolley

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Information Matters with AI, hosted by Jacqueline Stockwell, CEO and Founder of Leadership Through Data, international bestselling author of Blooming Good Information Management, and award-winning information management and AI readiness specialist, Jacqueline is joined by John Woolley, Founder of Wolf Not Sheep, transformational leader, and change specialist. Together they explore what it really takes to lead change in an increasingly AI-driven world, why influence matters more than authority, and how leaders can create pull rather than push when driving organisational transformation.  In this episode, Jacqueline and John discuss: ✅ Why influence is one of the most important leadership skills in modern organisations  ✅ How to gain buy-in for information management, governance, and AI initiatives  ✅ Why relationships and trust underpin successful change programmes  ✅ The biggest mistakes organisations make when introducing change  ✅ How to communicate value propositions that people actually care about  ✅ Why leaders need a healthy level of scepticism when adopting AI  ✅ The importance of focusing on business problems before selecting technology  ✅ Why "The future belongs to people who dream"  Whether you're working in information management, records management, governance, compliance, Microsoft 365, digital transformation, AI adoption, or leadership, this episode offers practical advice for influencing others, creating momentum, and delivering meaningful business change.  Information Matters with AI is the podcast where leaders, innovators, and industry experts explore the intersection of information, governance, technology, leadership, and artificial intelligence. 🎧 Listen now and discover why being a wolf, rather than following the herd, may be the key to leading successful change.  Support the show

  5. Aug 11 ·  Video

    068 Everyone wants AI, but nobody wants records management... or do they? (Part 2 of 2) with Sharon and Gemma

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Information Matters with AI, host Jacqueline Stockwell is joined in the studio by Sharon and Gemma for Part 2 of a discussion on the realities of bringing artificial intelligence into the workplace. While AI enthusiasm is at an all-time high—shifting rapidly from Large Language Models (LLMs) to task-driven AI agents—many organizations are discovering that AI acts as "search on steroids," exposing underlying issues in unmanaged data.  Jacqueline, Sharon, and Gemma break down: The "Garbage In, Gospel Out" Phenomenon: Why users blindly trust flawed AI outputs based on messy, out-of-date, or duplicate data. Risks of Unmanaged Data: How deploying AI over poorly governed data leads to oversharing, compliance breaches, and reputational damage. Information Governance as an Enabler: Why IG isn't a blocker, but the critical foundation that underpins AI security, quality, and compliance. The Human Element & Change Management: Winning over hearts and minds by making data management relatable (including a genius kitchen drawer metaphor for records management!). Note: This is Part 2 of a 2-part conversation Support the show

  6. Aug 4 ·  Video

    067 Everybody Wants AI, Nobody Wants Records Management (Part 1 of 2) with Sharon and Jemma

    Send us Fan Mail "Everybody wants AI, but nobody wants records management." It is a phrase heard constantly across the industry—so why are organizations still treating information management like an afterthought?  In this episode of Information Matters with AI, host Jacqueline Stockwell is joined in the studio by Information Governance Manager & DPO Sharon Locke and Information Governance Officer Gemma. Together, they peel back the layers on why Information Governance (IG) remains one of the most misunderstood functions in the corporate world, how data growth is stretching organizations to their limits, and why getting senior leadership buy-in is critical.  Jacqueline, Sharon, and Gemma explore: The Journeys into IG: From accidental career paths to discovering a passion for "doing the right thing" and fostering new talent. The Visibility Problem: Why IG operates silently in the background—and why viewing it as merely "document filing" or "an IT problem" holds organizations back. Data Growth & Silo Culture: The hidden risks of unmanaged data, department silos, and using GDPR as an excuse to lock down information. The True Cost of Unmanaged Information: Security vulnerabilities, lost productivity, non-compliance, and the high financial toll of storing data you don't even know you have. What Good Looks Like: Defining effective information management as having the right information, in the right place, at the right time. Note: This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. Tune in next week for Part 2, where the team dives headfirst into the AI discussion! Support the show

  7. Jul 28 ·  Video

    066 Authentic Leadership, DISC Profiles and Being Unapologetically You with Renee Walker

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop trying to lead like everyone else and start leading as yourself? In this episode of Information Matters with AI, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with leadership and communication expert Renee Walker to explore authenticity, self-awareness, DISC personality profiles, and why understanding yourself is one of the most important leadership skills you can develop. During the conversation, they discuss authenticity, being yourself, communication styles and DISC profiles.  From understanding how different personality styles influence workplace relationships to building confidence in your own leadership approach, this episode is packed with practical insights for leaders at every level. In This Episode We Discuss Authentic leadership and why it mattersUnderstanding DISC personality stylesCommunicating effectively with different personalitiesBuilding confidence through self-awarenessCreating stronger workplace relationshipsLeading without trying to be somebody elseThe importance of trust and authenticity in leadershipKey Takeaways ✅ Great leaders understand themselves first ✅ Authenticity creates trust and credibility ✅ Different communication styles require different approaches ✅ Self-awareness improves leadership effectiveness ✅ Understanding others helps build stronger teams ✅ Leadership is about being the best version of yourself, not copying someone else About Renee Walker Renee Walker is passionate about helping individuals and organisations improve communication, strengthen leadership capability and better understand behavioural styles through tools such as DISC. Her practical and engaging approach helps leaders create stronger relationships, improve collaboration and increase workplace performance. Resources Mentioned DISC Personality ProfilesLeadership Through Data EMPOWER ProgrammeInformation Matters with AI PodcastLeadership Through Data Training and Consultancy ProgrammesConnect with Renee Walker Add Renee's preferred website and LinkedIn profile links here before publishing. Connect with Jacqueline Stockwell 🌐 Website: https://leadershipthroughdata.com 📚 Book: Blooming Good Information Management 🎓 EMPOWER AI Readiness Accelerator 🎙️ Podcast: Information Matters with AI 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinestockwell/ Enjoyed the Episode? If you found this episode valuable: ⭐ Follow the podcast ⭐ Leave a review ⭐ Share it with a colleague ⭐ Connect with us on LinkedIn ⭐ Visit www.LeadershipThroughData.com for more resources on leadership, information management and AI readiness Because great AI starts with great information, and great leadership starts with knowing yourself. 🚀 Support the show

  8. Jul 20 ·  Video

    065 Garbage In, Gospel Out: Why AI Needs Governance, Contracts & Decision Intelligence with Thaija Dickerson

    Send us Fan Mail Everyone is talking about AI, but why are so many organisations still struggling to see real business value? In this episode of Information Matters, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Thaija Dickerson, Co-Founder of Contract IQ, data scientist, and author of 10X Contract Value, to explore the missing link between data, governance, contracts, and business outcomes.  Together they challenge the idea that more data automatically leads to better decisions and discuss why organisations need decision-ready intelligence, not just dashboards and reports. They explore how contracts can become critical business assets, why governance should be seen as the Department of How rather than the Department of No, and how leaders can bridge the gap between AI insights and real-world action.  Jacqueline and Thaija discuss: Why contracts should be treated as Tier 1 business data The biggest reason AI projects fail to deliver measurable valueHow organisations can move from information overload to decision intelligenceThe role of governance in accelerating AI adoption safely and effectively Why ownership, accountability and authority matter more than technology alone How information leaders can influence business outcomes and demonstrate value One of Jacqueline's favourite moments from the discussion centres around the phrase: "Garbage in, Gospel out." As organisations increasingly rely on AI-generated outputs, the quality, governance and trustworthiness of information has never been more important.  If you're an information manager, records manager, governance professional, privacy specialist, data leader, or executive exploring how to turn AI ambition into measurable business results, this episode is packed with practical insights. Connect with Thaija Dickerson 🌐 Kontrak IQ: https://www.kontrakiq.io  💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaidickerson  🎙️ 10X Contract Value Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZWpqLxDQ6wueK0937JLzA  📚 10X Contract Value Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/10x-contract-value-731843510135938252 About Information Matters with Jacqueline Stockwell Information Matters is the podcast for information leaders, governance professionals, records managers, privacy experts and data specialists who want to increase their influence, demonstrate value and lead confidently in the age of AI. Hosted by international bestselling author and CEO Jacqueline Stockwell. Support the show

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Welcome to Information Matters with AI, the podcast exploring the vital connection between information management and artificial intelligence. Hosted by international bestselling author, global CEO and information management advocate Jacqueline Stockwell, this podcast brings together industry experts, business leaders, innovators and practitioners to discuss how organisations can unlock the full potential of AI through better management of their information. As organisations rush to embrace artificial intelligence, many are discovering an uncomfortable truth: AI is only as good as the information that powers it. Through thought-provoking conversations, practical insights and real-world experiences, you'll discover how information management, records management, privacy, governance and data quality form the foundation of successful and responsible AI adoption. Topics include: Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information ManagementRecords ManagementInformation GovernancePrivacy and Data ProtectionDigital TransformationInformation CultureLeadership and InfluenceCompliance and RiskCareer Development Whether you're trying to prepare your organisation for AI, improve compliance, build a stronger information culture or elevate your career, this podcast will give you the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to take action. Because better information leads to better decisions, better outcomes and a better future. Be Authentic. Be Compliant. Be Empowered. Hosted by Jacqueline Stockwell International Bestselling Author of Blooming Good Information Management, Global CEO of Leadership Through Data Ltd, international speaker, trainer and passionate advocate for raising the profile of information management worldwide.

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