The Information and Records Management Society (IRMS) is a professional society with its headquarters in the United Kingdom that does not seek to make a profit from its activities. Its primary concerns are information governance, records management, data protection, and other fields of study. The society was established in 1983, and its members come from a wide variety of fields, such as the government, the legal system, the financial industry, and the medical field.
The Information Resource Management Society (IRMS) is committed to promoting information management best practices and providing a platform for information professionals to network, share expertise, and collaborate on projects. They provide their members with access to a variety of resources, events, training courses, and opportunities to network with one another. The society also collaborates with policymakers and regulators to provide professional advice on information management challenges and argue for the necessity of effective information governance. This activity takes place in both face-to-face and virtual settings.