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Topic: Records Storage

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 […]
To Ring in the New Year, Archive Your Old Files

To Ring in the New Year, Archive Your Old Files

When the calendar changed to “2025,” what did you do with all those papers, documents and old files marked “2024”? Smart businesses are boxing them up, archiving them and putting the ones they don’t need on hand into storage.
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.
How to Create a Hybrid Record System: Physical and Digital Records

How to Create a Hybrid Record System: Physical and Digital Records

In the modern era, businesses and organizations are increasingly transitioning from physical to digital records. While digital records offer numerous advantages such as ease of access, enhanced security, and reduced storage costs, the complete digitization of all records is not always feasible or desirable. Enter the hybrid record system — a practical solution that combines […]
What is Records Storage? Comparing Records Management Options

What is Records Storage? Comparing Records Management Options

Let’s take a deep dive into the concept of what records storage is and why your business must invest in document and records management.
Everything You Need to Know About Going Paperless (Free Downloadable Guide)

Everything You Need to Know About Going Paperless (Free Downloadable Guide)

Companies looking for more robust and responsive record-keeping systems should strike a balance between paper and digital, and find a true “sweet spot” with going paperless.
Offsite Records & Data Storage in the Remote and Hybrid World

Offsite Records & Data Storage in the Remote and Hybrid World

Remote-hybrid teams, a vital aspect of today’s evolving workplace have been greatly accelerated – make sure that your company orientates its storage needs to accommodate them.
5 Key Use Cases for an Inactive Records Strategy

5 Key Use Cases for an Inactive Records Strategy

What does a past employee’s personnel file, last year’s tax return and closed case files have in common? They are all inactive records. What are inactive records? Also known as unused files or archives, these are “documents which are no longer referenced on a regular basis and tend to be stored in a less accessible […]
Why Security Makes a Difference in Records Management?

Why Security Makes a Difference in Records Management?

If you’re storing your documents onsite or in a public facility, are you sure your files are really secure? Anyone can store in a box – but true records management governance gives you the peace of mind and security in knowing that your records are safe and follow strict policies, procedures, and processes. Placing your documents […]
Top Challenges Facing Medical Records Management Today

Top Challenges Facing Medical Records Management Today

Data is one of the most essential assets within the healthcare industry. Over the last twenty years, the industry has been digitized and become highly data intensive. In fact, the healthcare industry now generates 30% of the world’s data. This places every hospital and clinical environment in a difficult situation. Protecting this data and ensuring […]