Poking Holes in Big Buckets — The Impacts of Data Privacy and Security on Simplified Retention Schedules

by Zasio | May 9, 2022 | Webinars

Big buckets have been the trend in recent years, but if they are too big and designed without a sound strategy, unnecessary risks are created for your organization. While everyone wants a simple retention schedule, ignoring necessary exceptions leads to over-retention...

Part 3: It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint – Successfully Implementing Your Simplified RRS

by Zasio | Apr 22, 2022 | Blog, By Jennifer Chadband

It’s a common mistake in records and information management (RIM) to put all your focus on creating your records retention schedule (RRS) and neglect what comes next: implementation. Lax planning, poor preparation, and a lack of oversight will frustrate even the best...

Part 2: Keep it Simple, Duh. – Developing a Simplified RRS

by Zasio | Apr 14, 2022 | Blog, By Jennifer Chadband

Long gone are the days of intricate departmental records retention schedules—often very long, with duplicative record categories scattered across multiple business areas. Today, a simplified functional (or Big Bucket) records retention schedule (RRS) is the way to go...

Part 1: One Size Doesn’t Fit All – Customizing Your RRS Through Information Collection

by Zasio | Apr 8, 2022 | Blog, By Jennifer Chadband

A records retention schedule (RRS) is truly the linchpin of a sound and legally defensible records management program. Each RRS must be designed to provide a balance between robust coverage of business operations on the one hand, and simplicity of use and...

Trendsetting in California: Updated Record Retention Requirements for Employers

by Zasio | Mar 28, 2022 | Blog

California updated its Government Code as of January 1, 2022. California Government Code Section 12946 increased the retention period for records related to personnel and job applicants to four years. Previously, the minimum retention period for these records was 2...