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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.
Whether you’re archiving important paperwork, sharing files across different platforms, or ensuring compatibility for future reference, understanding how to convert your scanned documents into PDFs is key. This article will guide you through a few simple but effective methods to achieve this with both free and paid software, ensuring your scanned documents are not only
Effective records management is an important aspect of running any organization. Even more so for state agencies, public universities, and government institutions that are under the microscope of stringent compliance requirements. While adherence to federal and state regulations governing records management is an integral part of this process, navigating the complexities of these requirements can
The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA), an amendment to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, plays a crucial role in protecting consumer information and preventing identity theft. This guide provides an in-depth understanding of FACTA, its provisions, and its impact on individuals and businesses. What is FACTA? Enacted in 2003, FACTA includes several provisions
Clinical notes are one of the most important tools a mental health professional has at their disposal, tracking progress and recording important details about the health of their patients. From marriage and family therapists and case workers to psychologists and psychiatrists, most clinical professionals are governed by regulations that mandate the creation of clear, concise,
In the vast landscape of federal regulations and data privacy laws, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, commonly referred to as GLBA, holds a pivotal role. In this article, we will unravel the importance of GLBA compliance, the negative implications of non-compliance, and how companies like SecureScan help businesses seamlessly align with its guidelines. What is the Gramm-Leach-Bliley
In the healthcare industry, effective records management can be the difference between chaos and clarity, inefficiency and excellence, vulnerability and security. Healthcare organizations are tasked with handling an overwhelming number of records—from patient medical histories, test results, and treatment plans, to insurance information, billing records, and even staff employment data. However, the management of these
Anyone who’s ever worked in accounts payable knows how crucial compliance is. Walking the tightrope of regulations, standards, and laws related to payment processing can be overwhelming at times, especially for a busy AP department. AP automation takes the burden of compliance off the backs of your employees and puts it into the hands of
If your business is having a hard time keeping up with the influx of paperwork that must be managed, you are not alone. In fact, most businesses who rely on paper record keeping for their day-to-day operations will eventually find themselves buried in paper piles and overstuffed filing cabinets, desperate for some semblance of organization
From employee records to financial statements, most businesses are responsible for storing confidential information. More often than not, much of this information is stored on paper. For this reason, it is absolutely critical that businesses establish a comprehensive retention policy to ensure the proper management and timely disposal of sensitive records. A records retention policy
As businesses and organizations navigate the complex world of data privacy, it’s essential to understand the differences between Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII). In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive deep into the distinctions between the two, how they are regulated, and the best practices for safeguarding sensitive data. Defining PHI and