Records Management

The Guide to Good Record Keeping in the Classroom: Tips and Its Importance

by Ryan McHugh | December 19, 2018 | Records Management | 3 min read

There are a range of things in the classroom that need consideration such as tracking attendance, creating daily lesson plans, and most importantly developing an efficient system for managing class records themselves. In this video learn more about why record keeping is important for teachers, how an organized system...

How RIM Programs Work

by Donna Bunger | September 24, 2018 | Records Management | 2 min read

You keep vital information that needs careful attention. RIM systems make sure you are protected from making mistakes with this information. RIM helps you to identify, store, secure, track and destroy your important documents appropriately. Records Information Management (RIM) Records Information Management is often simply referred to as RIM....

How FACTA Impacts Records Management

by Donna Bunger | Updated August 24, 2018 | Records Management, Uncategorized | 2 min read

The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) was enacted in 2003 to ensure the protection of consumers’ personal data. It provides consumers with the means to monitor their credit scores and dispute inaccuracies. FACTA guarantees that businesses are taking precautions to prevent identity theft. FACTA’s Impacts on Businesses...

Are You Disposing Hard Drives Safely?

by Donna Bunger | Updated August 24, 2018 | Records Management | 2 min read

When you delete files from your computer, they can still be recovered. That’s wonderful if you need to recover your own files. But if someone else gets a hold of files you intentionally deleted, it’s a whole different story. Destroying Data Someone may advise you to take a hammer,...

Records Management Programs: How to Create a Solution to Poor Record Keeping

by Ken Choi | March 13, 2018 | Records Management | 6 min read

Defining Records Management Programs Records management is an organizational function devoted to the management of records throughout their life cycles, including from the time of creation to their eventual disposal. This type of program gives you a road map to ensuring all records are easily accessible, filed appropriately,...

5 Key Components to a Records Management Program

by Ken Choi | March 7, 2018 | Records Management | 3 min read

A solid records management program is critical in keeping your company’s files organized, accessible, and secure. Properly managing your records includes following the life of the file from the moment they are created to the the point of disposition. Records Management Program: The Key Components Identify your qualified...

Information Governance vs Records Management [Video]

by Ken Choi | February 13, 2018 | Records Management | 3 min read

Records management and information governance are two terms with similarities in their responsibilities and principles yet are executed very differently. Video Transcript Recognizing the Difference The terms “records management” and “information governance” are often used interchangeably. While the two do have similar purposes, there are also clear distinctions...

Records Management vs Information Governance

by Ken Choi | Updated September 26, 2018 | Records Management | 3 min read

While the terms “records management” and “information governance” may have overlapping principles and are often used interchangeably, there are some key differences that should be considered by management professionals. Put simply, information governance encompasses all data management as a whole. Records management is a subset of information governance; however, records...

What is the Best Way to Manage Records and Documents?

by Donna Bunger | Updated February 15, 2019 | Records Management | 2 min read

Most people use the terms “Records” and “Documents” interchangeably. However, there are some important, yet different, aspects of each. Where records aren’t used regularly, they are used to provide evidence of events. Documents are active files that need to be available for people to access and edit. Now what?...

Managing Record Retention Requirements in the Office

by Ken Choi | January 3, 2018 | Records Management | 4 min read

Document management in the workplace is complicated enough but add in record retention requirements and you’ll find another mountain of confusion to overcome. Most businesses use a combination of digital and physical documents to keep track of all their information. While many of these files are for the usual...