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Committee

Chair

Laura O'Connor

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Project Lead of Digital Twin technology implementation at Historic Environment Scotland
15+ years experience in archaeological survey, including HS2 sites, Mousa Broch and Roman Baths
BA and MPhil in Archaeology, MSc in Heritage Visualisation and HDip in GIS
Accredited CIfA member since 2019

Vice-chair

Katie Green

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Head of Collections at the Archaeology Data Service
20 years experience in excavation, outreach, and digital preservation
Holds a BA, MA, and a PhD in Archaeology, specialising in Byzantine landscapes and GIS
Accredited CIfA member since 2018

Committee member

Jessica Irwin

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Archives Manager at Wessex Archaeology
25 years of experience in commercial and research archaeology both in the UK and abroad
BSc in Archaeological Sciences and a Level 5 Apprenticeship in Operational Management
Accredited CIfA member since 2015, representing CIfA and the Archaeological Archives Group on the OASIS Management Board

Committee member

Eileen Kerhouant

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PhD candidate in Durham Uni
Expertise in GIS, remote sensing, and digital landscape research with MSc degrees in Environmental Studies and Archaeological Information Systems.
Worked with EAMENA and mentors in the Women+ in Geospatial programme.

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Theodora Anastasiadou

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BA and MA in Greek Archaeology (Bham), MA in Archaeological Heritage Management (York)
23 years of experience in commercial archaeology and archaeological archives, promoted to Head of Archives by MOLA in 2022, overseeing teams and the digital delivery of HS2 archives.
Chair of CIfA's Archaeological Archives Group

Committee member

Thomas Cromwell (MA, Grad Dipl(Cons)AA)

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Tom Cromwell is a Senior Archaeologist at Historic England.

Developing and running field excavations, Tom’s research interests cover medieval and post-medieval archaeology and buildings - especially medieval Church/ Monastic development, fortresses, and post-medieval gardens.

Having provided expertise in metric survey and CAD skills for over three decades, he is also heavily involved in the development of digital recording techniques for excavations as well as archiving of digital data.

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Tanya Brown

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Tanya Brown is forging a path in the field of archaeology with passion and dedication. Having completed the first year of an archaeology degree at Truro College, Tanya has demonstrated her commitment to academic growth and her deep interest in uncovering history.

Since May 2024, Tanya has been an active member of MAG, where she contributes her skills and enthusiasm to archaeological initiatives. Her community-minded approach is evident in her role as a volunteer for Monumental Improvements, an organization focused on preserving and enhancing historical landmarks, and as membership secretary of Cornwall Archaeological Society. Additionally, Tanya plays a vital role as the assistant leader of the Cornwall Young Archaeologist Club branch, guiding young minds in exploring the wonders of archaeology and fostering their curiosity.

Through her academic pursuits and active involvement in community projects, Tanya continues to make meaningful contributions to the field of archaeology, inspiring others with her dedication and love for history.

Advisor

Gary Duckers

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Gary is current a Heritage ICT Consultant at Idox Software Ltd. Prior to joining Idox, Gary worked at the Clwyd-Powys Archaeological Trust as a Historic Environment Record Officer, Historic Environment Information Manager and latterly Head of Technology, Information and Planning.
Gary holds a BA in Archaeology (University of Chester), a MA in Landscape Archaeology, GIS and Virtual Environments (University of Birmingham) and a PhD (University of Chester). He possesses a multi-disciplinary background, and prior to his work at Clwyd Powys Archaeological Trust worked across the charity, commercial archaeology and academic sectors developing a broad skill set through lecturing on landscape archaeology, GIS and surveying and designing/delivering community/outreach archaeological projects. Research interests include the archaeological applications of GIS and remote sensing technology, border studies, the role of cartography in heritage management and archaeological data management. He is also a Chartered Geographer (CGeog GIS), a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society [FRGS].

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Simon Parsons

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Chartered IT Professional with a lifelong passion for archaeology.
Volunteering since 1976, experienced in excavation, field walking, geophysics, recording, archiving, and heritage reporting.
Skilled in blending technical expertise with hands-on heritage work.

Specialist competence matrix

The specialist matrix is to assist applicants and the Validation committee to see where you demonstrate the grade applied for when working in Information management.

Information management (PDF | 177.22 KB)

Three year plan

Information Management Group - Three Year Plan 2023-2026 (PDF | 151.87 KB)

AGM 2026
We would like to invite you to attend our AGM on Wednesday 8 December from 13:00.
Find out more and register to attend here.

Nominations
We are looking for a Secretary and Ordinary Committee member to join the IMSIG committee.

If you would like to get involved please complete the nomination form for joining the committee by Monday 2 November. Either complete this form or email groups@archaeologists.net for more information.

The Information Management SIG are back and continuing to run a series of online DigITea Talks to explore the fascinating world of digital data.

The next DigITea talks will be

Thursday 22 October at 12.30pm - unfortunately the speaker has had to cancel and we will be finding a replacement asap.
We will try to rebook the speaker for next year.
Book here

Wednesday 18 November at 12.30pm - Duncan Bennett, Head of Data and Systems at Wessex Archaeology with his paper ‘Archaeology as Assets - Warehousing logic in the Heritage space’
Book here

CIfA's Information Management Special Interest Group represents the interests of professionals who work or have an interest in the area of information management. The group aims to promote standards and good practice relevant to the management of all aspects of historic environment and wider heritage sector information through the activities of the CIfA.

Photo of a 19th century gasholder, Trimble in foreground

Steven Watt, MA(Hons), MSc, FSA Scot, ACIfA

The group focuses on how those working in the historic environment/ heritage sector create, access and share digital data together with the standards involved in these processes. Our work relates to

data capture and recording practice
recording system design
archiving of digital data
promoting access to information
re-use of digital archives

The Information Management Group works to coordinate, develop, maintain and promote standards for the recording of heritage information, to promote best practice and share experience in the application of information standards, and promote and seek involvement in the future development of existing data standards.

Members of IMSIG committee at CIfA2026 conference

Members of Information Management committee at CIfA2026 conference.

Information Management Group need you!

Information Management Group are looking for speakers for their DigITea talks series. If you are interested we would love to hear from you. Just email us on cifa.imsig@gmail.com

Information Management Group's DigITea Talks series