Comparing Records Management Systems, Enterprise Content Management and Enterprise Information Portals

Content (documents) and records are fundamentally different and can't be effectively managed the same way. Records are official versions of the facts, and generally need to be preserved, unchanged and uncompromised. They have strict compliance requirements regarding disposition, retention, auditability and destruction. Records management systems, unlike document management software, enable you to manage both paper and electronic documents throughout their mandated lifecycle. This white paper clarifies the alternatives and provides a process for evaluating records management solutions vs. enterprise content management (ECM) systems and enterprise information portals.


Evaluating Records Management Solutions: 10 Things You Need to Know

This white paper walks through 10 key areas to consider when evaluating a Records Management System (RMS) software solution, including technology standards, operational needs, compliance issues, risk management, chain of custody, and the lifecycle management of records and content—from creation to storage or disposal. If you are charged with either evaluating RMS software solutions or ensuring that the selected system meets the organization’s needs, this whitepaper can help you thoughtfully plan your process—and put you on the right track for a successful project.


Now is the Time for Records Management Software

If software isn't a part of your records and information management program, it could be time to consider it. From straightforward file tracking applications to enterprise-scale solutions that integrate with document management systems, records management software offers benefits to records programs at many levels. Read more...


Survey Results: How Records Managers are Using SharePoint

We had a great response to our recent survey on SharePoint and records management, with over 730 respondents from different organizations! To see the full results, as well as a detailed analysis of what they mean, simply complete our download form.