Monthly Archives: July 2011

They say “Active files MUST be on site…”

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Morgan Records Management

So an Auditor walks into your office carrying a empty briefcase. ” I need to see your active files, now” Is this legal? Is the company out of compliance?  According to industry and to company policy, the answer is _________. … Continue reading →

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Lock my trash barrel?

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Morgan Records Management

Valuable information is casually thrown in the trash can, then carted to the dumpster out back. Dumpster diving is on the rise. People on the desperate side with a creative streak are willing to search through junk to find a … Continue reading →

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How long does it take to find it?

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Morgan Records Management

 Ideally, from your desk you should be able to track your records – boxes/files/documents – the same way that FedEx tracks your packages, so that you always know where they are, where they came from, and who has them now.  … Continue reading →

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Where is it stored?

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Morgan Records Management

Are your records in cabinets, stuffed into a closet, or perhaps in a dedicated room. Some companies feel records are safe when hidden away in a basement or a garage. The environment of the storage space can destroy important records; … Continue reading →

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