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Interested in getting started with NIEM?

Here are six easy ways to embark on all things NIEM:

  • Explore our website: Everything you need to get started with NIEM is here on our website. Connect with other NIEM users in our active community and 3.0 forum. Search our resource database. Get the latest information on training, contact our friendly help desk, and much more.

  • Get a technical overview: Whether you’re a project manager or a programmer, a technical overview of NIEM is a great way to start understanding how NIEM works. Get the technical information you need here.

  • Leverage the NIEM Engagement Process: How do you go from 0 to 60mph in your NIEM adoption? While we can’t promise it will take less than 10 seconds, we can offer some guidance and sound processes to get you started. How fast you go using this handy guide is up to you! If you want to use NIEM, but are not sure how to get started, the NIEM Engagement Process is for you.

  • Attend training: NIEM provides comprehensive classroom and free online training for those interested in utilizing NIEM in their organizations. Designed for both technical and non-technical audiences, our curriculum spans all things NIEM, from the basics to advanced technical implementation. Learn more here.

  • Engage with NIEM and NIEM users: Engage and interact with experienced NIEM users in our 3.0 forum and communities. You can also follow us on Twitter and join our LinkedIn group!

  • Meet us: Meet the people behind NIEM! From our professional backgrounds to fun factoids, you’ll see that the NIEM crew is both knowledgeable and personable. Meet us here.

Have a question? Want to talk shop? We love hearing from the NIEM community. Contact our help desk for technical questions or send us an email for general inquires at information@niem.gov.​​​​​​​​

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