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Records Management and FOIA: So Happy Together

National Archives Records Express

Semo, Director of the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), the Federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Ombudsman’s office, discusses the vital role records management teams play in agencies’ responses to FOIA requests. You can read more about OGIS’s work at The FOIA Ombudsman and on their main website.

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4 Steps in Streamlining Open Records Requests

Gimmal

Many public organizations are faced with the challenge of responding to records requests that they are legally required to produce within a tight timeline. With these key steps, you can streamline your records request procedures and create a seamless retrieval process. Step 1: Identify Data Repositories. Step 2: Create a Team.

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Management of Public Records and FOI: Closing the Gaps in Responsiveness

ARMA International

Records managers around the world are likely familiar with freedom of information (FOI) laws in their respective countries, especially when considered at the national or federal levels. The referenced studies, and others, provide useful data for managers of public records and information. Recent research findings.

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The Functions of #eDiscovery

Information is Currency

People are hungry for information and submit Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request at a startling pace. We live in a very litigious age and the only way to be prepared for eDiscovery request whether via FOIA or a lawsuit is by having a strong Information Governance foundation. Having a data map is essential to identify ESI.

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SAA/CoSA/NAGARA 2018 recap: Session 204

The Schedule

Scheduling the Ephemeral: Creating and Implementing Records Management Policy for Social Media. I’d like to begin the session recap by focusing on Laura’s presentation, as hers is a perspective many archivists and records managers may not have heard before. Key Takeaways. Do not delete content from live sites.

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“The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.” Our Turf?

Brandeis Records Manager

University Records Manager, Brandeis University. This book passed under my radar until a kind colleague pointed out that, in one chapter, Kondo dispenses personal record retention and categorization guidance. Records are everywhere! George Despres. Professional Ownership? Now, that should spark joy in our hearts.

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Unlocking Dynamic Records and Information Management

ARMA International

Dynamic Records and Information Inventory The function of a records inventory is to identify and quantify all records created and managed by an organization. The inventory process gathers information about organizational records including description, series, format, date range, volume, location, and other pertinent data.

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