management concepts and methods as they apply to electronic records. It is intended for anyone with responsibilities for creating, maintaining, managing, controlling, and using electronic records created by computer, audio, and video systems. The treatment is practical rather than theoretical. On completion of the book, the reader should understand:

The special records management issues and problems associated with electronic records
Principles and procedures for inventory electronic records and for determining how long they need to be retained to satisfy legal and operational requirements
Factors that influence the stability and durability of electronic records
Methods of protecting vital records against damage and destruction
Guidelines for the daily management of electronic records as working information resources