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Information is a broad term that refers to data or facts. This can include news articles, data sets, reports, instructions, manuals, and more. It can be used to convey ideas, concepts, or instructions, and it can also be used to support problem-solving, decision-making, and other efforts.

Wikipedia Entry: information

Information is an abstract concept that refers to something which has the power to inform. At the most fundamental level, it pertains to the interpretation (perhaps formally) of that which may be sensed, or their abstractions. Any natural process that is not completely random and any observable pattern in any medium can be said to convey some amount of information.

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Related Tags: DIKW pyramid (1) | data (3) | implicit knowledge (4) | knowledge (64) | knowledge management (63) | knowledge sharing (21) | misinformation (13) | wisdom (6)



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The War on Sensemaking V Daniel Schmachtenberger (2020)

video player The War on Sensemaking V | Daniel Schmachtenberger (Rebel Wisdom) The War on Sensemaking Video Series People: Daniel Schmachtenberger (1)Daniel Schmachtenberger Philosopher and strategist focused on humanity’s long-term viabilityPosts: Daniel Schmachtenberger (3)Multipolar Traps or Moloch Traps Acting against our collective interestsPollution of the Global Information Ecosystem The contamination of information with false and Continue reading The War on Sensemaking V Daniel Schmachtenberger (2020)

Stop Treating Information as a Thing Change Insight

We often think of information as something that can be stored or transmitted. But if it does not change how something is seen or understood, is it really information? A relational view helps us see information not as a thing, but as something that happens between patterns and perception. Information Emerges Through RelationshipRethinking information through Bateson’s relational lensWe often think … Continue reading Stop Treating Information as a Thing Change Insight

The War on Sensemaking II Daniel Schmachtenberger (2019)

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Trust Is an Essential Ingredient of Belief Formation Matthew Syed

Perhaps the clinching point is that trust is an essential ingredient of belief formation. Why? Because we don’t have the time to check the evidence for everything, so we have to take some things at face value. We trust doctors, chemists, and teachers. Even experts trust other experts, taking their data and outputs as inputs for their own … | Matthew Syed Continue reading Trust Is an Essential Ingredient of Belief Formation Matthew Syed

The Nonsense of ‘knowledge Management’ Tom Wilson (2002)

Abstract This paper examines critically the origins and basis of ‘knowledge management’, its components, and its development as a field of consultancy practice. Problems in the distinction between ‘knowledge’ and ‘information’ are explored, as well as Polanyi’s concept of ‘tacit knowing’. The concept is examined in the journal literature, the Web sites of consultancy companies, Continue reading The Nonsense of ‘knowledge Management’ Tom Wilson (2002)

Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks From the Stone Age to AI Yuval Noah Harari (2024)

In the book Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari, he examines the connections between human history, technology, and the evolution of societies. Harari explores how developments in science and technology influence the way people live, think, and interact, raising questions about the future of human identity and agency. Through historical analysis and contemporary examples, he reflects Continue reading Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks From the Stone Age to AI Yuval Noah Harari (2024)

The War on Sensemaking IV, Pandemic & Conspiracy Daniel Schmachtenberger (2020)

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The DIKW (data, Information, Knowledge, Wisdom) Pyramid Why the DIKW model falls short

The DIKW pyramid is widely used to explain how data, information, knowledge, and wisdom relate. The model looks clear, but it oversimplifies how knowing actually develops in practice. A better understanding comes from recognising the roles of context, conversation, judgement, and human sense-making. Continue reading The DIKW (data, Information, Knowledge, Wisdom) Pyramid Why the DIKW model falls short

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Knowledge Only Exists in the Mind Everything else is information

We often confuse knowledge with information. This leads to strategies that prioritise documents and databases over people and understanding. To manage knowledge effectively, we need to view it as something people create and use, rather than something to be stored, and design our practices to support sensemaking, not just storage. Continue reading Knowledge Only Exists in the Mind Everything else is information

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Etymology of Information What are the roots of the word “information”?

We use the word “information” frequently, yet rarely stop to consider what it actually means. Over time, its deeper, formative sense has been flattened into something passive and abstract. Revisiting its original meaning opens a richer understanding of how information shapes us, not just fills our minds. Continue reading Etymology of Information What are the roots of the word “information”?

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Batesonian Information Information is a difference that makes a difference

We often treat information as something that can be stored, sent, or delivered. But if nothing changes, and there is no shift in perception or behavior, has any information really been shared? Gregory Bateson’s insight reminds us that information arises in context, as a difference that makes a difference. Continue reading Batesonian Information Information is a difference that makes a difference

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Information Emerges Through Relations Rethinking information through Bateson’s relational lens

We often think of information as something that can be stored or transmitted. But if it doesn’t change how something is seen or understood, is it really information? A relational view regards information not as a thing but as something that emerges from the interaction between a pattern and an interpreter—whether a human, a living organism, or any system capable of interpretation. Continue reading Information Emerges Through Relations Rethinking information through Bateson’s relational lens

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Making Sense of Functional Information Viewing things by how they work, not just how they look

Complex systems are all around us, but understanding them isn’t just about recognizing their appearance. The real challenge is explaining how they work and why they persist. Functional information provides a practical approach to viewing structure in terms of its use, value, and consequences. Continue reading Making Sense of Functional Information Viewing things by how they work, not just how they look

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Warm Data Understanding meaning through context, not just information

We live in overlapping layers of meaning: personal, cultural, emotional, and historical. The challenge is that most data ignores this complexity, offering facts without context. Warm data provides a different approach: attending to the subtle, relational patterns that shape how things work and what truly matters in any situation. Continue reading Warm Data Understanding meaning through context, not just information

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Common Questions About Information ** Simple questions that challenge how we think about information

We often talk about information as if it were a fixed thing—something you can hold, send, or store. However, this way of thinking leads to confusion when examined more closely. Asking common questions helps reveal what information really is and how it depends on context, interpretation, and relationship. Continue reading Common Questions About Information ** Simple questions that challenge how we think about information

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The Informational Theory of Life How complexity and selection shape living systems

Life stands apart in its complexity, far beyond anything seen in non-living systems. The challenge is knowing how to clearly and measurably detect this complexity. Assembly Theory offers a method: look for objects that are both complex and abundant, shaped by the quiet force of selection. Continue reading The Informational Theory of Life How complexity and selection shape living systems

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The Spectrum of Intelligence There are many types of intelligence

Understanding intelligence is important in an era shaped by rapid technological growth. Confusion often arises from unclear ideas about what intelligence really means, making it hard to distinguish between natural and human-made intelligence. Exploring the various types of intelligence and their roles in living beings and technology helps make this complex topic easier to grasp. Continue reading The Spectrum of Intelligence There are many types of intelligence

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From Mind to Information – the Role of AI in Knowledge Encoding The Evolution of Knowledge Encoding

Knowledge exists in our minds, and traditional methods of encoding this knowledge into information face significant challenges. However, AI tools now offer innovative solutions for recording, transcribing, and processing both explicit and tacit knowledge, revolutionizing how organizations preserve and leverage their intellectual capital. Continue reading From Mind to Information – the Role of AI in Knowledge Encoding The Evolution of Knowledge Encoding