My information architecture best practices

I based my rules upon experience and my learning of neuro sciences:

  1. Build tools upon needs, not upon trends: analyze trends through the lenses of your needs
  2. Don’t rush on fancy tools, manage your risks
  3. Documentation and regular feedback meetings are key for a fluid and updated workflow
  4. Tags granularity: plan 3 types of tags
    1. vertical per details levels
    2. horizontal per departments
    3. transversal per themes
  5. Naming conventions: max 7 items per topic, max 7 topics per group, etc.