What does ‘In the loop’ mean?

This one is used millions of times a day in offices around the world. Being ‘in the loop’ means being included on the information or the communication. For example after a meeting your boss might say:

Keep me in the loop on that issue.

Or you might say to your friends:

I’m not sure if I can make it on Friday night, but keep me in the loop and I will see what happens.