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RFK-Network Quarterly Training (QT) Lagos Nigeria, June 18, 2011 The second Records and Information Management Awareness Foundation Knowledge Network (RFK-Network) quarterly training was held on June 18th 2011 with the theme ‘Manging public records’ at the Light Plaza, Association Avenue in Ilupeju, Lagos. A presentation on "Artificial Intelligence in Data Archiving, Storage and Retrieval" was delivered by Mr. Iziren Emmanuel, MD/CEO of Precision Software Incorporation. The main theme for the Quarter training "Managing Public records" was presented by the Deputy Director, Lagos State Ministry of Science and Technoloy, Ms Yinka Fashola, who is also a member of the RIMA Foundation Advisory Board. During the product presentation session, MZ Consulting , a consultancy firm based in Lagos, Nigeria, presented an EDMS application software called e-Drawer. The presentation was made by the Managing Director, Mr. Zubairu.
The last activity for the day was the official induction of new RFK-Network Members. A total of five (5) new professional members and (2) corporate members were inducted. The next quarterly training is scheduled for 3rd September, 2011 at the Nigerian Union of Teachers building. About FQT In line with the objectives of the NGO, the Free Quarterly Training (FQT) is a RIMA Foundation project, aimed at educating members of the public on the management and security of records and information, covering topics and issues related to Information management, technology and security, for the development, encouragement/enhancement of professionalism among practitioners (professionals and non-professionals) for the enthronement of global best practices in the industry. Source: RIMAF News. |
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Maiden International Archives Day Celebrated in Nigeria Archivists, archival institutions and allied Information Management professionals in Nigeria joined the rest of the world in celebrating the International Archives Day on June 9, 2011 to re-emphasize the central role of effective records keeping and archives as collective memory.
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The future of the World, I believe rests with the Empowerment of the Determined People of Africa. Mr. Eiring Larry who recently returned from a trip to Nigeria expressed his views about his visit and interaction and while in the country. The former ARMA President who facilitated professional development training programmes organised by RIMA Foundation said “I have completed a very important work here in Nigeria. I am incredibly impressed with the Nigerian people. They are determined for success and to become a powerful force in global business and society. Every Nigerian should be proud of where they have come from and where they are going. The future of the world, I believe, rests with the empowerment of the determined people of Africa.”
He also reiterated his resolve to continue to support the development of the RIM industry in the continent and promised to repeat his visit in a not to far future.
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Rabboni Tech Limited donate to RIMA Foundation RIMA Foundation recently received a magazine display shelf from Rabboni Tech Limited as part of their support for the foundation. According to the Managing Director of the Company, Mrs. Obafunmibi Ilupeju “we are indeed happy to do this as a mark of recognition, support and contribution toward the success of those laudable initiatives embarked upon by RIMA Foundation and this is just the beginning of bigger things to come”. Responding to the kind gesture from Rabboni Tech, Mr. Oyedokun Ayodeji Oyewole (President - RIMA Foundation) thanked the Management of the company and assured them that the shelf will be put to good use and reiterated RIMA Foundation’s commitment in promoting proper management and security of records and information in both public and private organisations for the ultimate development of the Industry here in Nigeria and Africa as a whole. Rabboni Tech Limited is a leading supplier of office Furniture, Brochure Stands, Library Shelving, Supermarkets Display Systems, iIterior Designs, Massage chairs etc Office: 40, Coker road, Ilupeju estate Lagos Tel: 018712001 Email : rabbonitech@gmail.com Source - RIMAF News.
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RFK-Network Quarterly Training (QT) Lagos Nigeria, March 7, 2011 The first Records and Information Management Awareness Foundation Knowledge Network (RFK-Network) quarterly training was held on March 5TH 2011 with the theme ‘Record and Information Management in the Financial Sectors’ at the Nigeria Union of Teachers Secretariat in Ilupeju, Lagos. The training commenced with a presentation by Mr. Micaiah Wale, Information System Security at Globacom Limited. He presented on the need for efficiency in record management and security. He also emphasized on the roles played by different agencies responsible for the regulation in the financial sectors of the economy. At the end of the first session, RIMA President ushered in the second facilitator in person of Mrs. Yemisi Oyebo - Head of Document Management, First Bank Nigeria Plc. She presented slides on Records and Information Management as it applied to the financial sectors and questions were asked at the end of the session. During the product presentation session, Templeton Consulting, a consultancy firm based in Lagos, Nigeria, presented an EDMS application software called File Store. The Managing Director of Templeton, Mr. Ojo Fusho mentioned a number of services provider by the firm and how they can help different organisations solve their records and information management challenges through their scalable and affordable solutions. Attendees were showed several features provided by File Store. Some of the attendees asked various questions about the software and the appropriate answers were given by the company representative in-charge of the software demonstration. The last presentation for the day was the RFK-Network presentation, which was presented by the General Manager of the Network Mr. Olaleye Doregos. In attendance was Mr. Salahudeen of SPDC, Port-harcourt. who also used the opportunity to encourage intending members to join the network and also gave some advice on the need for members to embrace professionalism in their day-to-day activities. The event ended with a closing remarks followed by event photo sessions. Refreshment and souvenirs were also distributed during the training sessions. A total of 33 delegates attended the quarterly training. The next quarterly training is scheduled for 18th June, 2011. Venue to be announced later. About FQT In line with the objectives of the NGO, the Free Quarterly Training (FQT) is a RIMA Foundation project, aimed at educating members of the public on the management and security of records and information, covering topics and issues related to Information management, technology and security, for the development, encouragement/enhancement of professionalism among practitioners (professionals and non-professionals) for the enthronement of global best practices in the industry. Source: RIMAF News.
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RIMA Foundation Advisory Board Update Lagos Nigeria, March 3, 2011 Yinka Fashola, General Manager/CEO of Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) and sibling of the Lagos State Governor, His Excellency Barrister Babatunde Raji Fashola, recently joined the RIMA Foundation advisory board. Please, join us as we welcome her onboard the RIMA Foundation Advisory Board. Source: RIMAF News.
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RIMA Foundation 2011 Events and Training Calendar Released. Lagos Nigeria, January 21, 2011 Going by the determination of the RIMA Foundation in transforming the Records and Information Management Industry in Africa, the Foundation today released the 2011 events and training calendar for the year which will serve as the direction for activities of the foundation in the year. According to the RIMA Foundation Programme Coordinator Mr. Amuno M, “Although this Calendar encompass majority of events and activities slated for the year, but it does not go to say that our activities will be limited to it, as we plan to run several other JV projects with different local and international organisations in the year”. The Calendar can be downloaded at: 2011 events and training calendar Source: RIMAF News. |
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RIMAW & RIMA AWARDS Back to Sheraton, Now October Lagos Nigeria, January 21, 2011 The Management of RIMA Foundation has announced the relocation of the annual events (RIMAW & RIMA Awards) back to Sheraton Hotels in Lagos (http://www.sheratonlagos.com) in response to the feedback gathered after the 2010 edition of the event which took place at the Welcome Centres & Hotels also in Lagos. Also, affected is the movement of the event dates from the usual month of August to October. Source: RIMAF News. |
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RFK-Network Quarterly Training (QT) December 18, 2010
About FQT In line with the objectives of the NGO, the Free Quarterly Training (FQT) is a RIMA Foundation project, aimed at educating members of the public on the management and security of records and information, covering topics and issues relating to Information management, technology and security, for the development, encouragement/enhancement of professionalism among practitioners (professionals and non-professionals) for the enthronement of global best practices in the industry. Source: RIMAF News.
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RIMA Foundation Professional Training Program for the Month of Novembe Lagos Nigeria, November 29, 2010 The RIMA Foundation professional training program for the month of November (Assured Records Management (ARM)/ Security Management Program for Records/Information), took place on November 23-24 & 25-26 respectively at the Chams City. In a chat with the programme coordinator of RIMA Foundation, Mr. Amuno Mazino, he mentioned that the 2011 Calendar for RIMA Foundation Professional Training would be released before the end of December and posted on the Foundation’s homepage. Source: RIMAF News.
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RIMA Foundation Takes RIM Advocacy to South Africa Lagos Nigeria, November 8, 2010 The President of RIMA Foundation, Mr. Oyedokun Ayodeji attended the just concluded Archives and Records Management Conference held in Pretoria, South Africa which started on the 3rd and ended on the 5th of November 2010. During his keynote address, he mentioned the several efforts being embarked upon by the RIMA Foundation for the realization of the several initiatives the foundation has been involved in since inception and the need for different stakeholders in Africa to come together to move the Industry forward. Reacting to Mr. Oyedokun’s comments, Dr. Moss Mphalane Makhura Organisers of the annual event, promised to support and ensure that RIMA Foundation gets all the required support to succeed and also suggested that a South Africa branch of the Foundation be established.
In a chat with the President of RIMA Foundation shortly after his arrival from South Africa, Mr. Oyedokun express his appreciation to the organisers of the event for the opportunity given to RIMA Foundation to participate at the 2010 edition of the event and said “We look forward to enhancing our partnership, utilizing strategic opportunities to step up RIM advocacy in Africa with organizations and international agencies. RIMA Foundation has also been invited to participate at the 2011 edition of the Conference. Source: RIMAF News.
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RFK-Network Quarterly Training (QT) October , 2010 The third 2011 RIMA Foundation Knowledge Network (RFK-Network) free quarterly training programme took place as scheduled with a good number participants from different organisation in different parts of the country in attendance.
During the programme, a total of ten (10) new RFK-Network Members were inducted into the Network. The next quarterly training is slated for December 18, 2010. About FQT In line with the objectives of the NGO, the Free Quarterly Training (FQT) is a RIMA Foundation project, aimed at educating members of the public on the management and security of records and information, covering topics and issues relating to Information management, technology and security, for the development, encouragement/enhancement of professionalism among practitioners (professionals and non-professionals) for the enthronement of global best practices in the industry. Source: RIMAF News.
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RIMA Foundation Record another Successful outing during the 2010 RIMAW & RIMA Awards Sept. 31, 2010 The Records and Information Management Awareness Workshop, Exposition & Awards (RIMAW and RIMA Awards 2010) with the Theme: “Social Network Marketing as a Tool for Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Development in Africa” and sub theme: “SIM Card registration Forum: Best Practices Managing Customer Data” took place on the 27th and 28th of August respectively at the Welcome Centre Hotels, International Airport Road, Ikeja Lagos last weekend.
According to Mr.Oyedokun Ayodeji Oyewole, President of RIMA Foundation “the workshop provided attendees with unique opportunities to compare the most comprehensive range of information management and security solutions from all the leading suppliers within and outside of Nigeria” . The workshop which was declared opened by the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy represented by the Director General of the Lagos State Records and Archives Bureau (LASRAB), Mr. Uthman Bolaji who also delivered a keynote presentation on “Social Network Marketing as a Tool for Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Development in Africa”, followed by a case study on the theme by Uche Chuta, Chief Information Officer, Beezid.com, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Sola Salako, MD/CEO of Purrples Consult, a consumer advocacy agency also presented a paper on Consumer Privacy Issues in SIM Registration at the event. Other papers presented at the event were Records management: Career and business opportunities, Paul Mullon, MD COR Concepts, South Africa and Disaster Recovery by Tokunbo Smith. The 2010 exhibition had in attendance Busicon Nigeria Limited, FileHold Inc. Canada, Blue & Check Nigeria Limited, Vault Noir, Canada, GIT Law Pavilion , Power Horse, GCS International and . Blood Pressure Control Foundation The exhibition was opened all day allowing vendors and exhibitors to showcase solutions that integrate business processes, improve productivity and enhances collaboration. The Awards, which marked the climax of the workshop and exhibition, was presented to deserving individuals and corporate organizations for their contributions towards promoting records and information management in the country, amongst the recipients are VTN (e-payment Solution), Globacom (Glo 1 Submarine cable), Busicon Nig. Ltd (Docuware 5), Mobinatrics Ltd (MOBRIEF/MOBIZ-D),XHS Nig. Ltd, (DocuShare),ThisDay (News on Mobile) and the Lagos state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Hon. Opeyemi Bamidele (Information Management Personality Award for the Year). Source: RIMAF News.
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RFK-Network Quarterly Training (QT) July 5, 2010 The RIMA Foundation Knowledge Network (RFK-Network) quarterly training programme initial slated for June 19, 2010 took place on Saturday 3rd July at the Nigeria Union of Teachers premises.
* Information Management Session * IMS Product presentation * Information Security Session * Career Session * Networking Session etc.
In a chat with the President of RIMA Foundation, our source gathered that the quarterly training is open for sponsorship and that corporate organisations and individuals have the opportunity to be part of the development of the IMS Industry in Africa by participating. The next quarterly training is slated for September 18, 2010. About FQT In line with the objectives of the NGO, the Free Quarterly Training (FQT) is a RIMA Foundation project, aimed at educating members of the public on the management and security of records and information, covering topics and issues relating to Information management, technology and security, for the development, encouragement/enhancement of professionalism among practitioners (professionals and non-professionals) for the enthronement of global best practices in the industry. Source: RIMAF New RIMA Foundation Attends the annual Managing Electronic Records (MER) Conference in ChicagoLagos Nigeria, May 27, 2010 – RIMA Foundation, the only Non-Profit NGO in Africa promoting proper management and security of Records and Information announced today attendance at the recently concluded annual Managing Electronic Records (MER) Conference in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
The MER conference which took place between May 17-19, delivers cutting edge information on the key legal, operational, and technical issues associated with the management of electronic records. The success of MER is the result of Cohasset Associates' ongoing commitment to have the MER Conference be a truly exceptional and very unique professional educational experience. "Cohasset Associate has been supporting RIMA Foundation with free cutting edge training materials (RIM on Demand) for the effective training of the RIMA Foundation Knowledge Network (RFK-Network) members" said Oyedokun Oyewole, President RIMA Foundation. About MER MER presents the latest on key issues, trends and solutions relating to the life cycle management of e-records. MER 2007 brings together the industry's best and brightest to provide necessary learning and networking experiences. This year's conference is a focused conference that addresses the issues and challenges of managing electronic records from three perspectives: legal, technical and operational. With presentations by the foremost experts, the quality and originality of the MER learning experience is renowned and unsurpassed. MER's outstanding success is the result of Cohasset Associates' ongoing commitment to have the MER be a truly exceptional and very unique professional experience.
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