Question

The records management policy should address records in all formats, both paper and electronic in order to comply with legislative requirements. Discuss the importance of a records management policy and the elements that it should contain. Identify the legislative items which should be considered by South African private companies.

Answer 1

•  To ensure that full and accurate records of all activities
• For Disaster Prevention & Recovery Planning.

The legislative items include:

1. The Companies Act
2. The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)