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The Future of Records Management

Armstrong Archives

The processes businesses have used to manage their records has steadily evolved over time but remained fairly standard for decades. Recently, records management practices and systems have leaped forward. Advanced Tech Takes Center Stage in ERM There are new standards in modern electronic records management.

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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.

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The Hidden Risks of Poor Records Management

Armstrong Archives

Poor records management affects an organizations efficiency and workflow, but the hidden risks can be even more damaging. Poorly managed records can create legal liabilities and can also cause headaches with vendors, clients, and investors, hurting your bottom line.

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Records Managers vs. Archivists – What’s the Difference?

The Texas Record

To say goodbye to October, Archives Month, we think it’s time to explore the differences between the Records Management and Archives disciplines. Do records managers know anything about archival science? Do archivists even think about records managers? Preservation.

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Four Skills Every Modern Records Manager Must Have Right Now

AIIM

This means that, for records managers to continue to remain relevant, we need to ensure that we are on top of new developments in records and information management that will significantly impact our organizations. Information Management Skills. But just because it's trite doesn't mean it's not true.

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Document Management vs. Records Management: What’s the Difference?

AIIM

When I teach, questions often come up about the differences and similarities between document management and records management. Document Management. Document management is used to track and manage documents that are in process. Records Management. Is there any difference? Which one is best?

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FAQ: How does web archiving fit into records management?

The Texas Record

Web archiving involves using software to take periodic snapshots to preserve as much data as you need about your organization’s website, including any associated metadata. The benefits are that this practice shows your records management program: is proactive about capturing and preserving its records.