Defining what constitutes a record is one of the most important, and often most challenging, elements of an effective records management or broader information governance program. In this webinar, Tom Mighell, Esq., and Mark Diamond of Contoural examine how organizations can develop a clear, defensible, and practical definition of a record. Topics include:
- The differences among records, non-records, reference materials, and transitory information
- How to build consensus on record definitions across Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Records, IT, and business stakeholders
- How to define records in email, collaboration platforms, AI prompts and outputs, text messages, and other forms of electronic information
- How to identify and resolve potential conflicts among privacy, data minimization, litigation readiness, regulatory compliance, and operational needs
- How a well-crafted definition of a record enables simpler, more consistent, and more effective retention and disposition.
Participants will leave with a practical and workable approach for defining records that is legally defensible, aligned with business needs, and executable across systems and information types. Join us for what is certain to be a lively and informative conversation.