Emoji Records Retention Schedule
At some point in the introduction to records management training courses for both local governments and state agencies we discuss what the different retention codes on the retention schedules mean.
Normally it looks and goes something like this:
Local Government Retention Codes
State Agency Retention Codes
We say it’s time for a little update. Better yet, let’s bring the retention codes into the 21st century with a new shorthand translation to which our instant-communication-primed brains can recognize and respond.
Emoji Retention Code Translation
In fact, while we’re on this topic, why not a bit of records management basics reimagined for this day and age?
Records Management Basics – Redux
Retain records that meet the definition of government record for the full, minimum retention period.
This ultimately means protecting them against loss
, theft 
, and degradation.
When the retention period is up 
, it’s time to finally dispose of your records. 
Always remember to take any disposition holds into consideration.
This would signal that you should not 
destroy a record.
Examples of Disposition Holds – Emoji-fied
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This is great – lol (smiley face)
Kathy, we’re glad you enjoyed the post! This was a fun one to write. :)
This made me laugh. Thanks for the smiles :) on a Wednesday!
Making Records and Information positively whimsical…love it!
Love it!! Especially like the AV emoji.
Thanks, Rosalie! That one is my favorite, too. :)
Azure, thanks for the comment! We do our best where we can. :)
Sarah, it is definitely one way to get through Hump Day. :D
Okay, this is pretty great.
Love it!
Those retention codes are awesome, and if they don’t make it onto the SLR 105 I will be severely disappointed.
These were so good I had to print and post on my wall for my Commissioner and co-worker to see!
Megan, Great job! Love the whimsical and colorful characters!