You might feel safer with hard copies of your most important files in your hands rather than trusting technology, but is that really the best way to manage your archives? Tech experts say no. Going digital with your documents doesn’t only make sense from an organizational perspective – it’s also the number one way to Learn more
It’s no secret that backing up your data is important, but how exactly does one do so with 100% confidence in its security? One tried-and-true method experts employ is the “3-2-1 rule.” In an ever-evolving Information Technology (IT) world, the 3-2-1 data backup method has remained a constant for its simplicity and high effectiveness. When Learn more
Beginning a new project with an imaging vendor should be the start of a successful partnership. However, before diving straight in, there are several factors you may need to consider. After all, document scanning is an intensive task, so finding the right partner is essential. Below are five questions to guide your search: 1. Is Learn more
Companies across all industries are transferring paper files into electronic versions on the computer. It is a necessary process that makes file access and organization easier and more efficient. It also saves massive amounts of space. However, converting from paper into electronic is a time-consuming and tedious project. Armstrong Archives can help with a variety Learn more
Whether you have most of your data stored digitally or you maintain paper files, a data breach can always occur. As much as you might try to safeguard your information, it could still occur, and it’s important to know what will happen if it does. If you find that you’ve been hacked or if someone Learn more
Nonprofit organizations handle numerous documents each day, and it’s important to manage them all in a way that supports both office efficiency as well as security. There are many cost-effective ways to do this, many of which are handled through third-party services such as Armstrong Archives. Records Storage When running a nonprofit, you need to Learn more
Human resources departments handle sensitive information that’s subject to privacy laws and document retention regulations. Ensuring compliance with storage, retention, and destruction rules yet still being able access to important files can be a challenge for HR managers Improving document management processes and procedures saves time and money, with less time wasted keeping track of Learn more
Texas physicians must retain medical records in accordance with the requirements of Texas Medical Board Rule 165.1(b). This rule requires that physicians keep: Medical records for each patient for at least seven years from the most recent date of treatment. Medical records of patients who were younger than 18 at their most recent visit for Learn more
Your insurance company has been collecting and storing consumer data for as long as it’s been in business. That information is vital to your everyday operation, and it’s vulnerable to security breech. A breech could cause legal issues, lost customers, and diminished profits. Many companies look to off-site storage for an affordable, secure solution. What Learn more
A document retention policy (DRP), is a policy that informs the way your business maintains, retains, and discards documents. It outlines how long certain documents should be kept, how they should be protected, and the manner in which they should be destroyed once they are no longer needed. There are a number of reasons Learn more
