Welcome back to our occasional series “Off the Record,” a curated collection of articles we found interesting on a broad range of topics, some which are directly related to records management and others which might share common themes. No, we didn’t write these articles—hence the name of this series, “Off the Record”— but, fortunately, we…
The spooky season is here once more. Let’s turn on our screens, grab the caramel corn, and don on our best striped outfits to enjoy another season of Halloween films. We in the records management field often see records and information management (RIM) applications in our entertainment. Let’s cross over and have an eerie time. (Warning:…
As of July 14, 2023, a new version of Bulletin C: Inventorying and Scheduling of Records is available on our website! The guidance contains helpful tips on how to conduct an inventory and how to appraise records. Bulletin C also contains the following templates: Other material packed into Bulletin C includes more specific material about…
It’s April, and that means spring is here! With spring, comes spring cleaning! Out with the old and in with the new. In the Records Management (RM) world that means it’s time to tidy up our records management systems, make sure the team is involved, make sure retention periods are up to date, or start…
By: Anne Poulos, Rebecca Hanna It is that time of year to get ready for the anticipation of terror and dust off the horror features. From movies to television, we in the records management field begin to see records and information management (RIM) applications in our entertainment. Below are two examples: (Warning: Some spoilers ahead!)…
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. There are a range of things to consider when revamping your records management program, including inventory, security, and disposition projects. Overhauling a records…
Updated March 3, 2022 Are you the lone wolf Records Management Officer leading the charge and taking the responsibility of records management in your organization? Maybe you’re fine just the way you are, but maybe you’d like a little help now and again to help implement the records management program and keep things running smoothly.…