Up until recently, records management has largely meant storing large collections of data using filing systems and physical records. But now that most companies are digitising their systems and processes, records management systems must adapt. Work continues to transfer from paper to electronic records and so too should the filing systems by which work is…
It’s important to keep property records for a number of financial and legal reasons. Whether it’s tax documents, future loan applications or legal documents, you need to make sure you have access to a physical copy of the relevant information. But there is no definitive policy for how long to keep property records: there are…
Charity records management is a unique challenge for the sector – even for organisations that have been established for a number of years in areas such as health, welfare, voluntary service, and research. Compliance is a regulatory issue that has turned into an operationally complex undertaking. So, how do you achieve it effectively and efficiently?…
The longer you live somewhere, the more stuff you’ll accumulate. And if you never throw anything out, you could find yourself lost – in extreme cases, literally – amidst the clutter. But if you follow our advice on how to declutter your house, you’ll soon be able to reclaim your valuable space. 1. Fill a…
ISO 15489 is the global standard for records management. The first of its kind, it was first published in 2001 and has since been revised and re-published, most recently in 2016. It has been adopted in over 50 countries around the world and has been translated to more than 15 different languages. The revised standard…
If you’ve ever wasted a morning searching the office for lost or misplaced records, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that the average employee spends 9.3 hours per week on the hunt for errant files. Imagine the time that could be saved by implementing a paper to digital conversion strategy for your business. It may initially…
For the past 20 years, records management has been in the midst of a digital renaissance – one that shows no signs of slowing down or stopping. Innovations, disruptions, and general improvements have modernised a field that was once synonymous with hard copies and basement storage. Storing physical records is still imperative for compliance and…
Ever run into the problem where you just cannot find that document or piece of paperwork, just when you need it most? When someone’s on the phone waiting on your information or you need to complete government or tax paperwork? It happens to everyone, but this problem is preventable if you put together a strong…
