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…
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…
Businesses in the UK have to comply with various data laws in order to operate. A lack of compliance with any regulation – be it personal data protection or sector specific legislation – can result in reputational damage and/ or severe fines. To avoid putting your business at risk in any way, it pays to…
Good tax record retention is a key characteristic of any well-organised business or self-employed individual. Tax records provide objective evidence of financial activities and typically include payslips, invoices and receipts – amongst other types of document. Careful retention of these documents is important because Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can request a detailed account…
Efficient record keeping in schools is incredibly important – they are various types of documents and files these institutions must manage. There are strict guidelines about which documents should be retained, how long schools need to keep them and when and to whom they should make them available. Here’s a short guide to record keeping…
Starting a business is becoming an increasingly tempting proposition for many people. The idea of quitting the day job and setting up a business doing what you love sounds like a dream for many. But running a business – any business – is a lot of work. Fortunately, there are many services that you can…
