Records Retention APL Revision Data Issue Documentation

This article provides historical information regarding the 2022 Data Governance project focused on updating the Records Retention APL for the University of Maine System.

Detailed Information

Issue Summary

Revision and expansion of the UMS Records Retention policy (published 2000), provide guidance on operationalizing APL, and support for stewards responsible for compliance.

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Strategic Goals Addressed

  • Unified Accreditation - Records Retention is critical to decreasing duplication and ensuring the most current records are maintained and accessible. Records retention creates the procedures and processes for data lifecycle management.
  • UMS Transforms - As a foundational element of any institution, data is key. Records Retention helps to ensure the quality of data and documentation used in support of university functions.

Audience

  • System-Wide