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2. Connectivity - ORO will have an information technology infrastructure thatseamlessly links ORO offices and programs and any other organizations needed tosupport the business of ORO.3. Corporate Approach - ORO will implement global solutions to IM needs whereappropriate.4. Ownership and Stewardship - Ownership and stewardship of informationresources will be established to ensure that these resources are appropriatelymanaged and shared.DRAFT5. User Focus - Information products and services will be user-focused and acceptedby the user as an efficient and effective way to help them accomplish their work.6. Awareness- Effective communications will keep users informed of availability,options, new developments, and other important information resource issues andopportunities.7. Security - Information security will be designed into all IM components, balancingaccessibility and ease of use with protection of data.8. Paper-Lite Environment - ORO will minimize the use of paper through theapplication of automation and technologies.9. New Methods and Technologies - ORO will utilize state-of-the-art IM methods andtechnologies.10. Process - ORO will develop and implement a comprehensive IM process, includingplanning, configuration management, and quality assurance.4.3 IM BenefitsWith the accomplishment of these goals, ORO will realize the following benefits:• increased effectiveness of information management and strategic planning,• improved access to information resources,• increased responsiveness to changing business and information technologyconditions,• improved data sharing, integrity, and quality,• corporate solutions that satisfy local information requirements,• improved program and project management,• continued process improvement,• increased benefits from partnerships, and• increased user productivity.Oak Ridge OperationsInformation Management Plan10/1/99 4-2 Revision 0