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Topic: Records Management

Mastering Compliance in Electronic Records Management

Mastering Compliance in Electronic Records Management

Managing electronic records comes with critical legal and compliance challenges that organizations must navigate to avoid financial penalties and reputational risks. This blog outlines key regulations, best practices, and practical steps for implementing a secure and compliant records management strategy. By understanding legal requirements, establishing strong policies, and leveraging the right technology, businesses can ensure compliance and safeguard sensitive information effectively.
10 Essential Tips for Efficient Records Management: Boost Productivity

10 Essential Tips for Efficient Records Management: Boost Productivity

Managing records efficiently can be challenging. Overflowing files, digital clutter, and changing regulations make it hard to know where to start. With these 10 essential tips for efficient records management you’ll learn how to control your documents and information, simplify processes and improve security. Effective records management isn’t just about compliance. It’s about freeing up […]
Top 10 Record Management Mistakes to Avoid

Top 10 Record Management Mistakes to Avoid

Your office’s records represent a significant investment in time and resources. These records can be a key tool in protecting your organization’s liability in a variety of functional areas and provide an essential audit trail. Here are the top 10 record management mistakes that can help you avoid the pitfalls of managing your business records. […]
Data Breach Response Guide: What to Do During and After One

Data Breach Response Guide: What to Do During and After One

Data breaches are often quantified in dollars, but the impact of a successful breach extends much further than monetary costs. Here’s how to prepare for an attack, what to do during a breach, and your data breach recovery process.
Protecting Your Business: The Importance of Shredding Documents

Protecting Your Business: The Importance of Shredding Documents

The importance of shredding documents in the data lifecycle can’t be understated as part of your document processes. With that in mind, here’s what you must know about the secure disposal of sensitive information and the benefits of professional shredding services.
What is Records Management? Best Practices for Effective Record Keeping (Free Downloadable Ebook)

What is Records Management? Best Practices for Effective Record Keeping (Free Downloadable Ebook)

In today’s business world, effective document control is more important than ever. But what exactly does it entail and why does it matter for businesses? At Corodata, we specialize in delivering top-notch services that help streamline processes, maintain compliance, and protect valuable information. This guide will explore what records management involves and how Corodata can […]
How to Create an Effective IT Resilience Plan With Offsite Storage

How to Create an Effective IT Resilience Plan With Offsite Storage

Developing IT resiliency enables your systems to adapt to any situation, continue to operate under stress, and ultimately protect your business from harm. This guide will discuss IT and data resilience and how offsite storage fits into your overall strategy.
Best Practices for Preparing Documents for Offsite Storage

Best Practices for Preparing Documents for Offsite Storage

Transitioning to offsite document storage can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some best practices to help you prepare your documents for offsite storage.
What Is an Audit Trail? Everything Your Business Needs to Know

What Is an Audit Trail? Everything Your Business Needs to Know

Is your company following its own rules? Are your company’s processes fit for purpose? Is your business set up to reach its potential? Answering these questions is critical to growth, which is why internal and external auditing processes are so important. The audit trail is a crucial aspect of any in-house or independent auditor that […]
Business Record Retention Guidelines: How Long Should You Keep Documents? (Free Download)

Business Record Retention Guidelines: How Long Should You Keep Documents? (Free Download)

Understanding the business record retention guidelines and how long you should keep certain important documents is crucial. It can be difficult to determine how long to retain records before disposing of them. However, keeping records for too long can lead to cluttered spaces and excessive storage expenses, while disposing of them too soon may expose legal and financial risks.