Professional EDMS & E-Archiving: Mastering Digital Records Event, 18.May.2025

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day course equips information professionals with the knowledge and skills to implement and manage electronic document management systems (EDMS) and e-archiving solutions. Participants will learn industry best practices, regulatory compliance, and practical strategies for digital records management in the modern workplace.

Learning Objectives

• Understand EDMS fundamentals and their role in organizational efficiency
• Develop strategies for successful EDMS implementation and adoption
• Master e-archiving techniques for long-term digital preservation
• Learn to ensure regulatory compliance and information security
• Gain practical skills in digital records lifecycle management

Course Modules

Day 1: EDMS Foundations and Strategy

• Introduction to EDMS and digital transformation
• EDMS components and architecture
• Developing an EDMS strategy
• Change management for EDMS adoption

Day 2: EDMS Implementation and Best Practices

• EDMS selection and vendor evaluation
• Implementation planning and execution
• Metadata management and taxonomies
• Workflow design and automation

Day 3: E-Archiving Principles and Techniques

• E-archiving fundamentals and standards
• Digital preservation strategies
• File formats and migration
• E-archiving system design and implementation

Day 4: Regulatory Compliance and Information Governance

• Legal and regulatory requirements for digital records
• Records retention and disposition
• Information security and access control
• Audit trails and reporting

Day 5: Advanced Topics and Future Trends

• AI and machine learning in EDMS
• Cloud-based EDMS solutions
• Big data analytics for records management
• Emerging technologies and their impact on EDMS

Practical Wins for Participants

• Develop a customized EDMS implementation roadmap
• Create effective metadata schemas and taxonomies
• Design efficient workflows for document lifecycle management
• Establish a compliant e-archiving strategy for long-term preservation