To the Records Manager Community,
 
Earlier today, my team sent an email advertising our 26th annual MER Conference.  
This was an email that I approved. 
 
In an effort to draw attention to the organizational behavioral phenomena where 
one or more departments may not adequately recognize the required 
interdependencies or the valuable role of others, we used the phrase "silo 
mentality".   We, in no way, intended to imply that it was Records Managers or the 
records management community demonstrating this behavior.  Absolutely not!  It 
has been read that way and understandably seemed greatly offensive.  I regret 
that misunderstanding and I take full responsibility for it.  In hindsight, and 
informed by these concerns, I acknowledge better phrasing should have been 
used. 
 
The mission of the MER Conference is to serve the Records Management and 
Information Governance communities by providing a forum for the exchange of 
ideas, best practices and case studies (e.g.; "thought-leadership") in the areas 
where records management principles may be affected by new ideas, laws or new 
technologies.  We all know that cross-functional and interdepartmental 
communication and coordination is critical to success.  We also know, from your 
feedback, that not all stakeholders think as collaboratively; that some build walls 
(thus the "silo" term).   The intent and learning objectives in the sessions listed in 
the email include those to help equip participants in eliminating the walls put up by 
others.  
 
I welcome and appreciate all feedback directly or indirectly. 

Kind Regards, 

Seth F. Williams

President
MER Conference, Inc.
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