Managing information can seem overwhelming, especially if you inherited a cabinet or closet full of boxes or binders, or an I Drive full of poorly labeled files.  But don't worry, there are several easy steps that will enable you to get a handle on the problem and bring order to chaos.

Here are a few ideas to get you started.

1. Start today! 
2. Pick one item/folder (just ONE!) and find a home for it, file it, delegate it, discard it (if the record has met the appropriate time on the Retention Schedule), store it.
3. Spend 15 minutes a day focusing on just one topic/item/folder and you will find yourself managing your records!

Ready to construct a filing system?  Follow these guidelines.

Need to purge records?  Here are some tips.

Records Management Services is here to help you through the process, and if you still need assistance after reviewing the website, please call us at 543.0573 or email us at urc@u.washington.edu and we would be more than happy to assist you in making sense of the situation.