Users saving their files in an ERM System by , for

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A central theme in managing electronic records is having users capture, and store, their records in an ERM repository.  This is an important consideration and one that can be successful.... read more

Need for a Metadata Model – A Form of Controlled Vocabulary by , for

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In records management, we put considerable effort into handling records retention and disposition.  I find it interesting that we can so easily talk about long term retention of content &nd... read more

The OCR Reality Behind SharePoint, SalesForce and More by , for

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Being able to easily search, access, store and share information is a vital part of any office workflow. As an organization grows, so does their content. This ultimately results in documents bei... read more

Access Controls in an ERM System by , for

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Access Controls are the rules and mechanisms by which an ERM system will restrict access to records by users.  The term ‘Access Control Policy’ or ‘Access Policy’ ar... read more

Designing Training for an ERM Implementation by , for

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As we implement an ERM environment within our organizations, training is critical. It starts with the development of a training plan.  This plan describes what content is to be delivere... read more

IRS Thinks a QuickBooks Database is a Record! by , for

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What is a “record” in a collection of data? How about a few rows of data with associated metadata from a database table? Queries for specific data formatted into printable reports ha... read more

Rely fully on the technology. Really? by , for

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Imagine an information management environment where all you have to do is turn on technology and it maintains your information perfectly, flawlessly and forever. No more worrying about a taxonom... read more

Using a systematic approach to implementing your ERM project or program by , for

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  Electronic Records Management (ERM) is more than technology, and implementing an ERM project or program requires more than purchasing software and hoping for the best.  It requir... read more

Social Business Virtual Event: Debra Logan and Key Issues for Enterprise Information Management 2011 by , for

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  Here's the latest post in our series of interviews with the speakers for our inaugural Social Business Virtual Conference which is being held completely online this September 8, 2... read more

Ae you ready? by , for

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Here we are, Florida in August, headed to the height of hurricane season. This time of year always makes me think about being ready for the possibility that nature might decide to wreak havoc. I... read more