[Purpose/significance] Based on previous studies, a V-shape Model has been constructed to comprehen⁃
sively analyze the knowledge system, logical structure, and professional practices of information resource management.
[Method/process] Using a layered analysis approach, the overall theoretical structure of information resource manage⁃
ment is explored from four aspects: user cognitive levels, forms of information resources, types of management opera⁃
tions, and societal cognitive demands. [Result/conclusion] The holistic theoretical framework, knowledge structure,
and professional practices of information resource management can be encompassed within the V-shape Model, consist⁃
ing of four models: (1) a collective cognitive development model composed of memory, thinking, understanding, and in⁃
ternalization, forming the basis for understanding users at different cognitive levels and providing targeted information
resource management and services; (2) an information resource management theoretical hierarchy model composed of
data, information, knowledge, and wisdom, expressing the intrinsic attributes of information resource management be⁃
fore and after different forms; (3) an information resource management operational hierarchy model composed of tech⁃
nology/operations, analysis, strategy, and culture, revealing specific types of information resource management opera⁃
tions from the perspective of professional practices;(4) the social awareness hierarchy model which is comprised of four
levels: entertainment/experience needs, personalized information needs, general knowledge needs, and knowledge inno⁃
vation needs. The model aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the mission and objectives of the information re⁃
source management profession as a whole.