[Purpose/significance] With the development of the information society,the task environment,task object and technical means required for information awareness have become increasingly complex. Enhancing information awareness is a major issue in current information research. [Method/process]This study learns from the classic information service mode,combines with information technology project practice,analyzes information awareness methods from the aspects of information awareness service mode,associated tools and frontier technology,and seeks a path to improve information awareness capability. [Result/conclusion]It is proposed to break through the traditional thinking of information service,grasp the core concerns based on information awareness research,and implement the characterized missions of"wake early"and"look far". Moreover,it is advised to integrate the methods and rules in the relevant fields of data-aware,context-aware and situation awareness. And researchers should also pay attention to cutting-edge technological developments,and comb,evaluate,introduce and design technologies and methods combinations that are suitable for conducting information awareness research.