Tuesdays with Tom: “Can We Shred This Yet?” When retention questions finally get answered Tom was back in a city clerk’s office last week—one he’s visited a few times over the years—and as he walked through the door, she greeted him with a smile and a stack of folders.“Tom, I’ve been saving these for you. […]
Tuesdays with Tom: We Came. We Talked. We Over-Caffeinated.
Tuesdays with Tom: We Came. We Talked. We Over-Caffeinated. Reflections from the Iowa League of Cities Conference Tom connected with city leaders across Iowa at Booth 70, coffee in hand. Tom is back from the Iowa League of Cities Conference—and if his voice sounds a little hoarse, it’s because he talked to what felt like […]
Tuesdays with Tom: The Tradeshow Survival Guide (Tom-Edition)
Tuesdays with Tom: The Tradeshow Survival Guide (Tom-Edition) How Tom Handles Tradeshows (and Your Records) Tom’s at the Iowa League of Cities conference this week in Des Moines, holding court at Booth 70 with a coffee in one hand and a pocket full of branded pens he keeps forgetting he’s already handed out.It’s his favorite […]
Tuesdays with Tom: Tom Brought Coffee and Left with a Project
Tuesdays with Tom: Tom Brought Coffee and Left with a Project How a friendly visit turned into a citywide scanning solution. No pressure, no pitch, just Tom being Tom. Tom doesn’t do sales buzzwords or pushy tactics. He’s not the guy who “circles back” or “leverages synergies.” He just shows up, says hello, and sees […]
Tuesdays with Tom: From Lagging Putts to Leading Projects
Tuesdays with Tom: From Lagging Putts to Leading Projects How one weekend on the greens reminded us that every strong finish starts with smart adjustments. After a rough start, Tom found his groove on the green and climbed into the top ten. This past weekend, Tom teed it up at the City Amateur Open. After […]
Tuesdays with Tom: Tom’s Golf Swing vs. Your Records Retention
Tuesdays with Tom: Tom’s Golf Swing vs. Your Records Retention Because your retention plan should be more consistent than Tom’s driver off the tee. Tom teeing off—hopefully toward the fairway. Just like your records, he’s aiming for consistency. Tom’s been golfing for years. He’s got the glove, the clubs, the divot tool he never remembers […]
Why More Eastern Iowa Businesses Are Adopting A Hybrid Records Management Approach
How a Balanced Strategy of Secure Offsite Records Storage and Document Digitization Helps Organizations Control Costs, Improve Access, and Ensure Compliance Business leaders across Eastern Iowa are continually tasked with finding the right balance between accessibility, security, compliance, and cost when managing their records. While digitization provides instant access and streamlined workflows, converting an entire […]
What to Look for When Selecting an Offsite Records Storage Provider
Choosing a reliable and trustworthy records management company is essential for the secure and efficient storage of your documents and choosing a reputable and reliable company to store your paper records and documents is crucial to ensure compliance with document management policies and regulations, and security of your organization’s records. You must perform adequate due […]
Advantage Document Scanning & Storage Solutions for Heathcare Providers
The healthcare industry in Iowa is a vital sector that requires efficient document management practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and data security. ADS3 provides secure offsite storage and document scanning services to Iowa’s hospitals, clinics, labs, research facilities, and insurance providers to optimize workflows, Effective document management practices enable […]
Should I scan or store my documents?
It is difficult to determine the exact amount of paperwork generated by businesses in Iowa over the last several decades. However, it is safe to say that businesses have generated an enormous volume of paperwork over time and continue to do so daily. It has become unmanageable, inefficient, and cumbersome for many organizations, and even […]