Documents Contributed by ECAR and Data Retention Policies

College and university administrators are interested in records management because records document the activities of the institution and are essential in making informed decisions and maintaining accountability. The discipline of records management consists of principles and practices designed to efficiently manage and control records, from creation to final disposition. Any electronic records management solution or strategy includes management and technology components. This Research Bulletin provides an overview of the major issues and challenges associated with managing electronic records and examines emerging strategies for implementing electronic records management programs.