Understanding GenAI in Records Management
Records management in government is a pivotal function. Without properly maintained records, government agencies would be unable to function, much less successfully execute their mandates. Unfortunately, records management is also an incredibly challenging and increasingly [...]
7 Steps to Digitize Old, Antique, and Fragile Government Records
The digitization of government records isn’t always as simple as slapping a piece of paper onto a scanner. Many records require special handling because the nature or condition of the record makes them particularly delicate [...]
4 Best Practices for Getting Started with AI in Records Management
Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into records management can vastly improve efficiencies, streamline workflows, and ensure better compliance. However, the complexity and unevenness of AI implementations can be daunting, especially in a field where data security, [...]
Taking A Closer Look at NARA’s Own Records Digitization Efforts
The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has long been the custodian of the nation's most precious historical documents and records. In recent years, NARA has been at the forefront of a significant shift [...]
Open Government Part 3: Records Management, Public Trust, and Agency Effectiveness
In our first article in this series about open and transparent government initiatives, we asked why U.S. government agencies seem to be growing less open (meeting fewer records requests than previously). In our second article, [...]
Working with a FedRAMP Certified Technology Provider
As federal agencies increasingly turn to cloud-based solutions to meet their growing technological and operational needs, selecting the right cloud service provider (CSP) for any given application is critical. To help with this complex, high-stakes [...]
The Power, Potential, and Limitations of AI in Government Records Management
The Power of AI: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being integrated into many sectors of government, and records management is no exception. For instance, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has tested AI to [...]