Category Archives: Government Recordkeeping
The year so far – epilogue
I know, the posts were quite long. But there is a lot going on at PROV. To help you get into these posts here is a quick summary of some of the topics/activities covered: VEO WorkBench Information Management Issues Paper The Measurement Framework Structured Data Issues Paper ORDA ANDS Government Archives Metadata Project Cabinet Records [...]
The year so far (Part 5) – Engagement and Collaboration
With the emergence of new technologies and the increasing demand for immediate access to information and its potential for re-use, PROV is adapting our strategies, services and engagement to meet user expectations and encourage innovation. For this year we are concentrating on: 1. Engaging with Key International, National and State bodies/initiatives 2. Changing our Messages [...]
The year so far (Part 4) – Standards and Policy
The core aim of this program of work is to delivers s12 and s13 of the PR Act, that is assisting the Victorian government in delivering accountable and transparent government services. For this year are concentrating on five major work streams: 1. Maintain and Enhance PROV’s Standards 2. Review Policy Development Strategy 3. Deliver Key [...]
The year so far (Part 3) – Government Recordkeeping
The core aim of this program of work is to provide services to Government which will ensure that a full and accurate record of Government is maintained and preserved for as long as required, that effective disposal authorisation standards and processes are established and that permanent records are identified and transferred to PROV when appropriate. [...]
The Year so far – Electronic Records Research and Development (VERS) (Part 2)
The electronic information environment is a rapidly changing space, where Government technology, and business applications are regularly updated to ensure they remain relevant. Over the last few years alone, the Victorian Government has strengthened their position in electronic information, by moving to an E*Gov model, and supporting a Gov 2.0 agenda. In responding to these [...]
The year so far (part 1)
As we are rapidly approaching the end of 2012, I thought I would take this opportunity to give you an update on our activities. Mind you this isn’t everything, rather it is a list of high profile projects and summaries of key programs. I have divided the list into our major program areas for ease [...]
Use of Back Up Technology to Archive Issues Paper out now
PROV are pleased to announce the release of our latest Issues Paper: Use of Back Up Technology to Archive. This Issues Paper defines the differences between archiving and back ups, and discusses issues with using individual pieces of media to archive data. It also addresses several frequently asked questions regarding why data should be kept, [...]
Social Media Policy Issued
PROV is pleased to announce that the Recordkeeping Policy: Social Media has been issued and is now available for download from our website (http://prov.vic.gov.au/government/standards-and-policy/policies/social-media) The key message from this Policy is that social media posts created or received by public officers in the course of their duties are public records and must be captured, managed [...]
PROV Recordkeeping Training
PROV has recently reviewed its training approach and is in the process of implementing a new training strategy. This will see a move away from delivering face-to-face training on general records management principles to an online model. Online training delivered by PROV will: Enable PROV to reach Victorian government agencies consisting of over 200,000 employees [...]
Strategic Management Standard Review
In 2009 PROV began a two-year project to develop a comprehensive suite of Recordkeeping Standards. It is now two years since the Strategic Management Standard and its associated Specification, Guidelines and Fact Sheets were released. In line with our Continuous Improvement Program, a review of the Strategic Management suite of standards products is now underway. [...]
