Date
Tuesday
Apr

April 1-30

Records and Information Management Month

It's time to declutter and organize your records - join us in celebrating Records and Information Management Month!

Yearly Date
April 1
Type
Month

Introduction

Get ready to declutter and organize your records because it's Records and Information Management Month! This month-long celebration, starting on April 1, is all about highlighting the importance of managing and preserving information in both personal and professional settings. Did you know that the earliest known record management system dates back to ancient Egypt? It's fascinating to see how far we've come in terms of storing and accessing information. So let's use this month as an opportunity to streamline our documents, keep track of important records, and ultimately make our lives a little easier. Happy organizing!

Records and Information Management Month Timeline

2600 BC
Earliest Record Management
The earliest known records management system was found in ancient Egypt, demonstrating the human need for information preservation.
1440
Invention of Printing Press
Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press revolutionized records keeping by making information reproduction more efficient and accessible.
1976
Paperwork Reduction Act
The United States federal government enacted the Paperwork Reduction Act to minimize paperwork and improve records management in governmental agencies.
1980s
Advent of Digital Storage
The dawn of digital storage systems transformed records and information management by enabling efficient storage, retrieval, and sharing of information.
1995
Establishment of ARMA International
ARMA International (formerly Association of Records Managers and Administrators) was established, providing standards and guidelines for records management.
2002
Celebration of Records and Information Management Month
The first Records and Information Management Month was celebrated to highlight the importance of organized record-keeping in both personal and professional settings.

How to Celebrate Records and Information Management Month

1

Organize a document shredding event

Gather colleagues and community members to safely and securely dispose of sensitive documents during a document shredding event. This is a great way to promote the importance of Records and Information Management Month.

2

Create a "Records and Information Management Challenge"

Challenge employees to see who can come up with the most creative and efficient ways to manage records and information. Offer prizes for the winners and use this as an opportunity to educate about best practices.

3

Host a lunch and learn session

Invite a guest speaker or expert in Records and Information Management to come talk to your team during a lunch and learn session. This is a great way to educate and engage employees on the importance of proper record keeping.

4

Create a records management scavenger hunt

Hide different types of documents or records around the office and have employees try to find them based on clues or prompts related to proper records management. This will make learning fun and interactive.

5

Offer training sessions

Provide training sessions for employees on best practices for Records and Information Management. This will not only educate them, but also help ensure that your organization is following proper procedures.

Why Records and Information Management Month is Important

A

Maintains organization and efficiency

Records and Information Management Month is a reminder to businesses and individuals to properly organize and manage their records, whether they are physical or digital. This not only helps with finding important documents quickly, but also ensures that information is up-to-date and accurate.

B

Protects sensitive information

With the increasing amount of personal and confidential information being stored digitally, it is crucial to have effective Records and Information Management practices in place. This helps protect sensitive information from being accessed by unauthorized individuals, reducing the risk of identity theft and other security breaches.

C

Compliance with regulations and laws

Many industries have strict regulations and laws governing the management of records. Observing Records and Information Management Month serves as a reminder to stay compliant with these regulations, avoiding legal consequences such as fines or penalties for non-compliance.

Records and Information Management Month Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Mar 31
Friday
2024
Mar 31
Sunday
2025
Mar 31
Monday
2026
Mar 31
Tuesday
2027
Mar 31
Wednesday