IAW Great Debate | When AI Moves Faster Than Standards: Who’s Keeping Up?

Andrew Andrews

Regional Advocate, Australia, New Zealand and Middle East, Enterprise Data Management Association (EDMA)

Andrew Andrews is Regional Advocate (Australia, New Zealand and Middle East) for the Enterprise Data Management Association. He is past Vice President Marketing DAMA International and former President of DAMA Australia. He has four decades experience in Data Governance/Data Management, including executive roles at ANZ Bank and an Australian Government Regulator. Andrew has delivered keynotes and panel sessions on Empathetic Data Management at International conferences in the US, Europe and Australia and co-presented DMBOK+DCAM+AI GOVERNANCE topic with Howard Diesel at Dataversity EDW DGIQ Conference Anaheim USA on 7^th May.

: www.edmcouncil.org
: https://linkedin.com/in/andrewandrews
: @https://x.com/AndrewAndrews

Andrew Smailes

ACT Branch, DAMA Australia

Andrew is a knowledgeable professional in the field of data management having 30+ years of experience developing data strategies, architectures, and solutions within Government Agencies. He has for many years been actively involved in DAMA, the Data Management Association and is a past National President and Canberra Branch Head.  Though focused primarily on structured data, a common theme across all agencies he worked with was the desire to get value from documents, reports, transcripts etc. In 2018 he became a distributor for expert.ai, one of Europe’s leading enterprise AI companies specializing in solving complex language challenges.

: https://au.linkedin.com/in/andrew-smailes

John Cox

Business Development Manager, DatacomIT

John has worked in business development for 24 years providing outsourced services, including digitisation, information and records management, multichannel communications, business process automation and operational managed services.

His work with government included supplying secure end to end digitisation services, ballot scanning for election events and preservation digitisation of heritage materials from paper files, books, and maps to micro fiche for the likes of the National Library and National Archives of Australia.

: www.datacomit.com.au
: /johncoxact/

Petá Sweeney

FRIM | Information and Content Specialist, RIMPA Global

Petá Sweeney, an accomplished professional, has a rich background in the information disciplines. Her journey began as a library assistant, and over the years, she has honed her expertise through study, professional development, and extensive experience in both the public and private sectors.

Petá played a pivotal role in the whole-of-government rollout of the Queensland Public Records Act and contributed significantly to several eDRMS (electronic document and records management system) implementations. Her strategic acumen extends to information management strategy, policy development, and the creation of essential tools for effective information governance.

Currently the Information and Content Specialist at RIMPA Global, Petá brings her wealth of knowledge to the organisation. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her long-standing professional membership, recognition as a Fellow in 2013 and receiving the prestigious J Eddis Linton Outstanding Individual award in 2022.

Petá’s dedication extends beyond her professional achievements. For over a decade she actively contributed to the industry by serving on RIMPA Global Queensland’s State Government Chapter and the Branch Council, holding various roles, including Professional Development Coordinator and President. Petá’s influence also extends globally, having been a foundation member of the RIMPA Global Governance Advisory Branch Australasia before assuming the role of Vice-Chair on the RIMPA Global Board.

Petá’s passion lies in sharing knowledge and facilitating learning opportunities. She enjoys hosting students, and her engaging presence makes her a sought-after MC and presenter who embodies expertise, dedication, and a commitment to advancing the field of information management. 

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Sallyanne Wissmann FHIMAA, AFCHSM, CHIM, CHIA

CEO, HIMAA

Sallyanne Wissmann is the Chief Executive Officer of the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA). Sallyanne has over 30 years’ experience as a leader in health information management in the public and private not-for-profit healthcare environments in Australia and New Zealand. Sallyanne is a fellow and life member of HIMAA, a Certified Health Informatician Australasia, and an Associate Fellow of the Australasian College of Health Service Management.

: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallyanne-wissmann-529
: @@SallyanneWissmn