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Records Management Vs. Information Governance - It's AND not OR

AIIM

This same terminology disorientation has been true in the governance arena as well, with varying uses and interpretations of “Records Management” and “Information Governance.”. The confusion has left some organizations asking, “Do we need Records Managers, or do we need Information Governance professionals?”.

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Retention vs. Records Management

Gimmal

Records management is an important component of any information governance strategy , but do you know what goes into your records management strategy to be successful? Why do Records Need a Retention Policy? That is when a more developed records management strategy comes in.

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What are the Drivers of Electronic Records Management (ERM)?

AIIM

Whether a record is in the format of a letter, an email, fax, a web, or other transaction, the chances are today that it originally was created with one or more computers. This is a situation that has crept up on us relatively fast and unnoticed by some organizations in records management terms at least. sometimes within days.

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No Decision IS a Decision in Information Governance

Weissman's World

Too often, they just kick the can down the road, not understanding that not making a… Read More » No Decision IS a Decision in Information Governance The post No Decision IS a Decision in Information Governance appeared first on Holly Group.

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The Best Conferences for Records Managers

AIIM

With so many options for conferences out there, I thought I'd zero in on a list of the best conferences for records managers. ARMA Live This is ARMA International's annual conference focused on the theory and practice of records management and information governance. I should also note that my list is somewhat U.S.

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Build and Sustain Your Records Program with a Records Management Playbook

ARMA International

What if your organization’s entire records team won the lottery today and quit? What would happen to your records program? If you had a records management playbook in place, your newly hired team could hit the ground running! The Benefits of Using a Records Management Playbook. What is a Playbook?

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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.