Mark Diamond

  • Mark Diamond, Today's General Counsel Columnist

    Mark Diamond is the founder and CEO of Contoural, the largest independent provider of strategic information governance consulting services. Diamond welcomes discussion on this and other topics. Email him at markdiamond@contoural.com.

Is the Legal Department the Real Reason Employees Ignore Document Deletion Rules?

April 27, 2026

Contoural’s Mark Diamond dives into the world of document deletion rules and offers some tough love for legal departments.

You’ve Just Been Handed Ownership of the Records Program. Now What?

April 20, 2026

Available on demand. Originally recorded on May 20, 2026.

Join Mark Diamond and Tom Mighell as they outline key steps and critical considerations for managing a successful records program

What Makes for Good Records Retention Schedules?

March 4, 2026

Discover how to shift your organization toward modern, compliant, and easier-to-implement records retention schedules.

Can Your Records Schedule Handle AI, Privacy and Employee Document Hoarding?

February 24, 2026

Available on demand. Originally recorded on March 24, 2026.

In this webinar, we explore how to create a modern, compliant, and easier-to-execute records retention schedule.

Sorry, AI-Driven Machine Learning Is Not an Easy Button for Record Classification

January 14, 2026

Learn why machine learning is not a practical strategy for record classification. The universe of records within most organizations is far larger and more varied than these tools can handle.

Information Governance vs. Data Governance: Why the Difference Matters

November 12, 2025

Learn why confusing the roles of information governance and data governance can lead to serious misalignment, inefficiencies, and compliance risks.

How to Save Money on Your Records Program

October 16, 2025

The need for an effective records program has never been greater, but that does not mean it has to be expensive.

The Five Seconds That Will Make or Break Your Records Management Program

September 11, 2025

Records programs need to follow the “five-second rule” for compliance from employees. Learn about best practices for your organization.

Cadillac, Chevy, or Golf Cart: Are You Targeting the Right Records Management Program?

July 9, 2025

Learn how to develop a records management and information governance program that is the perfect fit for your organization.

Why We Need to Rethink the Muddled State of AI Governance

June 5, 2025

AI governance is muddled. Frameworks abound, but real risk control starts with how you use AI, not checklists or dashboards. Learn how to flip the approach.

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