Enterprise Information Management (EIM) Glossary Definition

Term Enterprise Information Management (EIM)
Definition

Enterprise Information Management (EIM) is an Enterprise data concept used to manage authoritative information, metadata, quality, governance, lineage, and shared data assets.
Context & Usage

Data stewards, architects, and system owners use this concept when defining authoritative records, improving quality, and governing shared information.

Related concepts include Enterprise Architecture, Application Portfolio and Business Capability.

Additional Resource: ISO/IEC/IEEE 42010 Architecture Description Standard.
Categories Knowledge Management and Content Governance, Web, Database, Cloud, and DevOps Technologies, Enterprise Applications, CRM, and Contact Center Systems