Effective Approaches for Managing Electronic Records and Archives

ISBN-13: 9780810857421 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 176 str.

Bruce Dearstyne

Opis

This is a book of fresh insights, perspectives, strategies, and approaches for managing electronic records and for addressing the implications for archival programs operating in a digital environment. The authors draw on first-hand experience to present practical solutions, including recommendations for building and sustaining strong electronic records programs. The book addresses several themes: -Historical development of digital technologies and their impact on records creation and recordkeeping practices -Definition and concept of "electronic record" -Institutional and legal contexts for development of electronic records policies -Roles for archival and records management programs in broader digital initiatives of their parent institutions -Moving from theory to practice -Strategies for developing and sustaining successful programs, including leadership approaches, partnering with records creators, fostering development of new knowledge, skills, and abilities for information professionals, and adapting and customizing programs.