Metadata is the DNA for Your Organization

As humans evolved, our DNA changed to provide us with a language capability. Language might be the most important factor that distinguishes us from other animals. (Our use of tools was also critical. And yes, other animals communicate, but the linguists believe we are the only species with real language capabilities.) Language is oral, written and can be conveyed in signs such as American Sign Language. Language has given us the ability to pass information down to subsequent generations on the creation and use of tools, danger signs and edible resources. "This is how to make a bow and arrow." "This animal will eat you, so stay away." "This plant is poisonous." This is where language has been so useful for our survival and procreation.