Automation of records is the use of information technologies to manage records and archives services. This course covers the computerization of record-keeping work and various actions critical to efficient automation, including business systems analysis, advance planning and cost-benefit analysis, assessment of automation options prior to selection, implementation, and evaluation of records automation information systems.

Target Participants 

This course is aimed at professionals in records and archives management or any other professional who wants to advance their skills in records automation.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training the participants will be able to: 

• Understand key automation issues.
• Identify the technical requirements involved in records automation.
• Determine appropriate computer equipment, operating systems, and software.
• Identify forms of electronic records
• Plan an automation project.
• Implement and maintain an automated records and information system.
• Evaluate good records automated system.
• Understand standardization and consistency affect the capabilities of an automated system.

Course Duration

Online                   7 Days

Classroom-based   5 Days

Course Outline

• Introduction to information systems
• Analyzing business systems
• Managing electronic records
• Planning an automation Programme
• Identifying technical requirements and selecting computer equipment
• Implementing and maintaining the automated records management Programme
• Developing standards and procedures for data entry
• Digitization
• Records and information security

Training Approach

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies. Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide training needs. A training needs assessment will be done on the training participants to collect data on the existing skills, knowledge gaps, training expectations and tailor-made needs.