This paper focuses on the need for a systematic redefinition of the archival methods and tools required for building electronic recordkeeping systems. The analysis, which has been developed for archival education in Italy, is carried out through an examination of the historical evolution of the main functions for records creation (classification and the registry system) and the evaluation of their effectiveness in the newly developed and technologically advanced records systems. Special attention is given to the risks posed by new Italian and European rules on electronic records. These rules are based on the use of digital signature as the only guarantee for a record's reliability and authencity. It is argued, however, that the digital organization of the records, even if updated and improved, cannot be efficient if it ignores the traditional functional requirements for recordkeeping.
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September 01 2001
Principles, Methods, and Instruments for the Creation, Preservation, and Use of Archival Records in the Digital Environment
The American Archivist (2001) 64 (2): 238–269.
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Maria Guercio; Principles, Methods, and Instruments for the Creation, Preservation, and Use of Archival Records in the Digital Environment. The American Archivist 1 September 2001; 64 (2): 238–269. doi: https://doi.org/10.17723/aarc.64.2.n88455np210p8j5v
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