onessourcesinformation
Onessourcesinformation is a concept in information management and media studies that designates information that originates from a single identifiable source. The term emphasizes provenance and traceability, making the source explicit and auditable throughout dissemination channels. In practice, onessourcesinformation can apply to data sets, news reports, bibliographic records, or digital content that is produced from one core source rather than multiple origin records.
The term is a coined concept in contemporary discussions of data governance and journalism ethics, used to
Key features include clear attribution, a defined source lineage, and provenance metadata that remains linked to
Applications include professional journalism that relies on a sole primary document, data dashboards that reflect one
Benefits include easier verification, transparent audit trails, and reduced complexity in licensing and rights management. However,
Governance considerations involve documenting source metadata, controlling access, and applying standards for provenance, such as linking
See also: provenance, data provenance, source credibility, reproducibility.