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Why the IMPF matters

The Information Management Policy Framework (IMPF) is the University鈥檚 guide to handling information well. Put simply, it helps all of us work securely, efficiently and with confidence.

Since it began in 2020, and became an ongoing programme of work in 2024, the IMPF has helped strengthen how the 天美传媒 manages and protects information. For colleagues across teaching, research and professional services, it provides clear direction on what good information management looks like and why it matters.

More Than Policy: A Foundation for Trust

The IMPF is more than a set of policies. It is a practical resource for colleagues across the University.

It helps people understand how to handle information safely and effectively in their day-to-day work. It also gives teams something to work from when improving local processes, planning change, or seeking support and endorsement for work that helps put good practice in place.

Just as importantly, the IMPF helps build confidence beyond the University. For research partners, suppliers and collaborators, a clear and joined-up framework shows that Warwick takes information governance, compliance and security seriously and on an ongoing basis. Version control - IMPF

Driving Compliance and Enabling Good Practice

The IMPF supports the University in meeting legal, regulatory and contractual responsibilities, but it is not just about compliance.

It is designed to help us continuously improve how information is stored, shared, protected and managed. Rather than being a static rulebook, it provides a clear direction for better practice over time.

That is especially important in a large and complex university such as ours, where colleagues need guidance that is practical, realistic and relevant to how they work.

Aligned to Recognised Security Standards

Another strength of the IMPF is that it reflects recognised security good practice.

It supports the principles behind frameworks and standards such as:

UK Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) 鈥� strengthening governance, risk management and resilience

Cyber Essentials 鈥� promoting good cyber hygiene and basic security controls

ISO 27001 鈥� supporting a structured, risk-based approach to information security management

There is always more to do, but this alignment shows that the University is developing its approach in line with trusted and recognised standards.

An Evolving Programme, Not a One-Off Exercise

Crucially, the IMPF is not a one-off initiative. It is an ongoing, evolving programme of work that continues to adapt to emerging risks and threats, changes in technology and working practices, and new regulatory requirements. It is also shaped by colleagues across the University. Feedback from over 190 contributors and committees helps keep the framework relevant, practical and useful.

That ongoing development matters. It means the IMPF can continue to support the real needs of the University and the people working within it.

This commitment to continuous development ensures that the IMPF remains relevant, practical and effective over time.

You can explore the latest updates and ongoing development work here: IMPF review and development

Looking Ahead

The IMPF has already made an important contribution to how the University manages and protects information.

Most importantly, it gives colleagues a framework they can use 鈥� not only to understand expectations, but to improve practice, plan ahead, and make the case for the support needed to handle information well.

Good information management is everyone鈥檚 responsibility, and the IMPF is there to help.

If you have not looked at the IMPF recently, now is a good time to explore it and see how it can support you and your team.

Article written by Mark Camilletti (Information Compliance Manager) 29 July 2026

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