2027 Conference:
Every Record Tells a Story
The soundtrack to the past, present and future of information
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Every organisation has a soundtrack. Every decision, innovation and milestone leaves a record behind. From historic archives to AI-generated content, records professionals preserve the tracks of the past while helping compose what’s next. Join the records management community in Manchester as we celebrate the stories behind our information and explore the future still to be written.
Across three inspiring days, you’ll hear from industry leaders, practitioners and innovators through thought-provoking keynotes, practical case studies, interactive workshops and engaging panel discussions. Discover fresh ideas, share experiences with peers, and gain practical insights into the evolving challenges and opportunities facing records and information management. Whether you’re embracing emerging technologies, strengthening information governance or preserving our collective memory, you’ll leave with new connections, valuable knowledge and the inspiration to write the next chapter in your organisation’s story.
Every organisation has a soundtrack. Every decision, innovation and milestone leaves a record behind. From historic archives to AI-generated content, records professionals preserve the tracks of the past while helping compose what’s next. Join the records management community in Manchester as we celebrate the stories behind our information and explore the future still to be written.
Across three inspiring days, you’ll hear from industry leaders, practitioners and innovators through thought-provoking keynotes, practical case studies, interactive workshops and engaging panel discussions. Discover fresh ideas, share experiences with peers, and gain practical insights into the evolving challenges and opportunities facing records and information management. Whether you’re embracing emerging technologies, strengthening information governance or preserving our collective memory, you’ll leave with new connections, valuable knowledge and the inspiration to write the next chapter in your organisation’s story.
🤖 Future Tracks: AI, Innovation & Emerging Technology
Explore how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping information management. From governance and automation to ethics and risk, discover how to embrace innovation while staying in tune with best practice.
🎟️ Backstage Pass: People Skills, Leadership & Professional Development
Great information management starts with great people. Develop the leadership, communication and practical skills needed to influence others, manage change and thrive in a rapidly evolving profession.
🌿 Green Room: ESG, Sustainability & Responsible Information
Discover how information management supports environmental, social and governance goals. Explore sustainable practices, ethical decision-making and the policies that build trust and accountability.
💿 Classic Collection: Records Management, Information Governance & Archives
The timeless foundations of our profession. From retention and compliance to archives and governance, this stream celebrates the core principles that keep organisations organised, compliant and future-ready.
🎧 Private Listening: Privacy, Security & Data Protection
Protecting information has never been more important. Explore the latest thinking on privacy, data protection, cyber resilience and managing information securely in an increasingly connected world.
🎤 The Label: IRMS, Community & The Profession
Straight from the IRMS team, this stream brings together society updates, member insights and discussions shaping the future of our profession. Stay connected with the community behind the conference.
🛍️ The Record Store: Supplier Showcase & Partner Insights
Browse the latest products, platforms and services from leading suppliers. Learn how new solutions are helping organisations solve real-world information management challenges.
“IRMS is the premier gathering for information and records management professionals in Europe”
“Great networking opportunities, conversations with industry colleagues, and sessions that motivated, reassured, and gave us great ideas for implementation.”
“IRMS 2026 was a fantastic event, providing a valuable opportunity to connect and learn with information professionals from a range of backgrounds. If you only have the budget for one event, make it this one.”
“IRMS never disappoints, every year it gets better and better!”
