Effective Approaches for Managing Electronic Records and Archives

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.