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==Objects and Processes==__NOEDITSECTION__
In mine action information management, the primary object or focus is contaminated [[land]] and the activities or processes undertaken to reduce or eliminate the contamination in a process called [[http://www.gichd.org/operations/land-release-and-operational-efficiency/overview/ land release]]. Other important objects and processes include [[Accident Summary Window | Accidents]], [[Victim Summary Window | Victims]], [[Assistance Summary Window | Assistance]], [[QM Summary Window | Quality managementManagement]] and [[Education Summary Window | Risk education]]. Although it is not the standard situation, these elements may sometimes take the prominent role from the land release process in some mine action programmes.
The process of clearing hazards follows an operational workflow that is reflected in information management as a set of ''business rules''. As each step in the clearance process is completed, the status of the hazard changes so that the hazard eventually is cleared. It is the role of information management to collect information about each step and accurately report the status and attributes of each hazard as it makes its way through the workflow to assist in operational activities such as planning, tasking and clearance operations. Whether a programme is implementing a land release model for hazard clearance or a risk reduction model, the concepts are the same. Hazards are reduced and changed over time by various processes. To implement this effectively in {{IMSMANG}}, information managers must first fully understand the workflow and business rules in use in their programmes.
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* '''Data collection forms:''' Programs often have existing data collection forms or spreadsheets that describe what information must be collected from operators or key stakeholders. These forms can serve as the basis for data collection forms in {{IMSMANG}}. It is important, however, to critically assess the information provided by these forms since existing forms may not accurately reflect current data collection needs and may have more information than necessary.
* '''Information systems''': Whether databases, spreadsheets or [[GIS]], existing information systems can provide a key source of information requirements for {{IMSMANG}}. Often, these information systems document the specific information the programs must collect and report on and so serve as a valuable source for detailing information needs.
* '''Information consumers''': It is important to collect information about decisions made in mine action programs by interviewing consumers of information. Often, existing data collection forms, reports and systems do not fully represent the needs of the consumers or users of this information. While implementing {{IMSMANG}}, it is an ideal time to readdress the needs of these information users to determine how additional requirements can easily be met using {{IMSMANG}}.
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