This article was published in the Tech Toolbox column of the ACC Docket, ACC's award-winning publication. If you work for a multinational company, your department should be striving to harness all of the global resources to manage data transfer across borders.
This sample form outlines what a data map is, as well as some design strategies.
Sample project plan for starting or upgrading a records retention or information governance program.
One of the first tasks in developing your program will be creating a list of projects and priorities. A good roadmap will include projects, tasks and resources over a two to three-year timeframe. Be sure to evaluate which projects will have the greatest impact to the organization and look for short term quick wins. Quick wins will demonstrate the benefits of the program and help build momentum for future projects.
Charter for a cross functional Information Governance Committee.
An Information Governance Steering Committee, comprised of senior level people, with cross-functional capabilities, can drive the program though the organization. An Information Governance Committee Charter documents the purpose, structure and roles and responsibilities of the Committee.
Outlines key concepts and recommended practices for creation of a Data Security policy.
Outlines sample data map population strategies.
How do you deal with employee data after termination? In this article, various companies provide answers in post-termination situations dealing with electronic and company data.
This is a sample procurement contract review process map.
This is a sample records retention schedule without citations.
This is a sample records retention schedule with citations.