Records

Records refer to documented or stored information that serves to preserve, communicate, or provide evidence of specific events, transactions, or activities. They can encompass a wide range of formats, including written documents, digital files, audio and video recordings, photographs, and more. In organizational contexts, records are often created and maintained to ensure compliance with legal requirements, support operational functions, facilitate decision-making, and provide historical evidence. Records management involves the systematic control of these records throughout their lifecycle, from creation or capture to storage, retrieval, and eventual disposal or archiving. In essence, records play a crucial role in maintaining an accurate and reliable account of various activities and events.