Retention Management for Records and Information This standard provides information on: Building retention schedules Establishing and operating a retention and disposition program Identifying and classifying records for retention purpose Determining retention periods Understanding how long records should be maintained How to destroy records When not to destroy records

The most frequent question received at ARMA International is about building retention schedules. Building a comprehensive retention and disposition program is a daunting task that can overwhelm newcomers to the profession. Fortunately, ARMA International’s Retention Management for Records and Information standard can guide you through the process.

This standard provides guidance for establishing and operating a retention and disposition program as a component of a complete records and information management program. It covers general principles, including authority and responsibility and principles for determining retention periods for all records on all media and in all formats.

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