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When Pressing Delete Is OK: Learn How to Eliminate ROT in Your Organization

AIIM

This causes enough problems by itself, but when you then add to the pile all the redundant, obsolete, and trivial (ROT) information you have in your systems, on your file shares, and in every other possible location, it’s a real nightmare. Don’t Let Your Information ROT. Identifying and Evaluating ROT.

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Tips for Folder Structure Design and Cleanup

The Texas Record

Below are some tips to help your shared drive structures get into and stay in shape. Disposition Dispose of the ROT—redundant, obsolete, trivial—items before creating a new file structure. Shared file environments can be a real challenge to organize and maintain. Consistency Choose file naming conventions and stick with them.

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