A response to an infectious disease event might seem unique however the process of information management should remain the same.
Planning - more time might be necessary to fully understand the types of data that decision makers will need.
Collection - the process of data collection might be different with
Processing - probably not much change but those with health data experience could help identify possible data errors.
Analysis - subject matter experts are critical!
Dissemination - again use subject matter experts in the design of products and key messages
Feedback -
CODs related to the event could include:
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Recommendations
Use existing structures and platforms, if at all possible, such as HDX, HR.info, ReliefWeb, H.id. There might be a push to try new systems but, as always, an emergency is not the time to try out new software or systems.
Many new actors might show up to provide assistance and support, be flexible to take advantage of new opportunities but don't drastically change the approach to IM as conduced in a "regular" emergency
Data that OCHA IMOs normally do not have experience with could be critical especially epidemiological data, reach out to subject matter experts to help analyze and present the data.
Consider doing a stakeholder mapping exercise to identify data sources and information flow.