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Records Management Strategies
Learn about best practices, tips, and tricks to help your organization simplify the creation, maintenance, and disposal of records.
Keeping up with the latest regulatory compliance requirements can be a bit overwhelming, but it’s an important part of running a successful business. Beyond helping you avoid unnecessary fines and penalties, these regulations also provide guardrails that ensure your business operates in a way that protects your data, your clients’ data, and your reputation. However,
Storing documents in the cloud has become increasingly popular over the last few years. With a variety of options available and the affordability of cloud services improving, businesses of all sizes are moving towards cloud-based solutions. However, for many, the word “cloud” is just another overused buzzword, often mentioned in business discussions without any actual
When it comes to storing documents in a compact, durable format, microfiche and microfilm have been the go-to choice for records storage for decades. Government agencies, museums, and libraries have relied on these formats for years, using them to archive everything from historical documents to public records. It’s also not unusual for individuals to have
While recordkeeping practices vary from one court to another, most people who work in the court system would agree that managing the sheer volume of paperwork generated each day can be a challenge. Preserving court records securely and efficiently is important, as is ensuring the public’s ability to access them when needed. However, tight budgeting
Record keeping is an essential part of running any business. It ensures that important information is easily accessible, helps you maintain compliance with various regulations, and supports informed decision-making. While it may not be the most glamorous aspect of business ownership, it is one of the most important. Effective record management can help you streamline
A small change is coming to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in 2024, in regards to managing reproductive health information. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) finalized these changes in April 2024, bringing in new rules on how this information is handled and protected. Here’s what you need to know
Switching from paper to electronic recordkeeping is a big step for any business. Not only will your office be more efficient and less cluttered, but you’ll also be able to eliminate many of the unnecessary expenses associated with paper recordkeeping. However, storing records digitally has its own costs, and being able to calculate and manage
Savvy business owners are always looking for new ways to save money and increase their bottom line. But in the quest to trim the fat, many overlook the potential savings that can come from modernizing their business’s record-keeping practices. And honestly, that’s not surprising. Record-keeping is typically seen as a mundane necessity, a side effect
Imagine a busy law firm with a room full of client files dating back a few decades. One evening, after hours, a burst pipe on the floor above sends water cascading down, soaking several boxes of critical documents below. By the time the first employee arrives the next morning, the damage has already been done:
Transitioning from paper to digital record-keeping is an exciting step for any business. Just think about all that space you’ll save, and how much easier it will be to find the documents you need. However, scanning your documents is just the beginning. You’ll need to choose a document management system (DMS) to store and organize