Prefer to read this online? Click here. less inclined to hoard data in unsanctioned or scattered locations.
FOCUS ON GETTING CONTROL RATHER THAN MASS DELETION Contrary to what some might believe, the initial aim should not be mass deletion but rather establishing control. Control implies placing files and emails in central repositories where policies—particularly
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automated retention settings—can be systematically applied. By disabling local PST files and migrating data into an email archiving system, organizations can manage retention globally. This approach also facilitates legal holds, because content can be quickly identified and preserved for litigation or compliance matters. Once data is centralized, organizations can establish automated disposition strategies to defensibly remove outdated information without placing the burden on individual employees.
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USE AUTOMATED DISPOSITION TO MAKE OLDER DOCUMENTS “FADE AWAY” Automated disposition is a core component of successful information governance. When files have reached the end of their retention period, they should be systematically purged or archived according to policy, rather than lingering forever because no one has the time or inclination to remove them. Over time, this helps lower storage costs, reduce discovery burdens, and mitigate risks associated with sensitive BACK TO CONTENTS
