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How to Approach an Office Records Management Overhaul

The Texas Record

Overhauling a records management system can be a daunting task. Understanding what worked previously, what didn’t work, and what new programs to implement are all elements in an office records management overhaul. Overhauling a records management system should not be a one person task. Form SLR 508.

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Chronicle of a Records Manager: Controlling the Chaos of Disaster Response and Recovery

ARMA International

In the field of records management, there are logistical and large-scale projects that can challenge and perplex RIM professionals. These undertakings require planning, communication, documentation, and collaboration to be successful. The Office of Archives and Records (OAR) is the official repository for the records of the ANO.

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Records Management Bills in the 88th Legislative Session

The Texas Record

Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) is again tracking those bills with the potential to affect the retention and disposition of government records in Texas. Archives and Information Services Division, Texas State Library and Archives Commission. More than 7,800 House and Senate bills were filed this session.

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Information Governance and the Records Lifecycle

The Texas Record

When we talk about records management on this blog, we often use the “R.I.M.” ” or “RIM” acronym as a shorthand way to refer to the “records and information management” field. But how is information governance any different than records management? Extra Phases.

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More Companies Are Digitizing Records Than Ever Before

Armstrong Archives

Not only is there the cost of printing documents, but there are also expenses associated with storage and security, not to mention the labor hours it takes to file documents away or search for them when they’re needed. Finally, document digitization supports business digitalization. Cost-Effective Document Management.

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Establishing Records Management at Brandeis—The First Eighteen Months

Brandeis Records Manager

George Despres, University Records Manager, Brandeis University. The Brandeis University Records Management (URM) program has much in front of it, but some solid foundational accomplishments behind it. We made early acquaintances with Legal and Information Security leaders. What a year and a half it has been!

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FAQ: Can I destroy a paper original after scanning?

The Texas Record

Both local governments and state agencies want to know if they ‘go paperless’ — if they digitize their essential records — can they get rid of the original paper or film copies? For state agencies , the authority to store records electronically is found in Tex. Adequate technical documentation is kept ( Sec.

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