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Records and Information Management Month

It's time to declutter and organize your records - join us in celebrating Records and Information Management Month!

Thursday

1–30

April 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAll of April

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYBusiness

SUBCATEGORYLeadership

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to declutter and organize your records because it's Records and Information Management Month! This month-long celebration, starting on April 1, is all about highlighting the importance of managing and preserving information in both personal and professional settings. Did you know that the earliest known record management system dates back to ancient Egypt? It's fascinating to see how far we've come in terms of storing and accessing information. So let's use this month as an opportunity to streamline our documents, keep track of important records, and ultimately make our lives a little easier. Happy organizing!

TIMELINE

Records and Information Management Month Timeline

Earliest Record Management

The earliest known records management system was found in ancient Egypt, demonstrating the human need for information preservation.

Invention of Printing Press

Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press revolutionized records keeping by making information reproduction more efficient and accessible.

Paperwork Reduction Act

The United States federal government enacted the Paperwork Reduction Act to minimize paperwork and improve records management in governmental agencies.

Advent of Digital Storage

The dawn of digital storage systems transformed records and information management by enabling efficient storage, retrieval, and sharing of information.

Establishment of ARMA International

ARMA International (formerly Association of Records Managers and Administrators) was established, providing standards and guidelines for records management.

Celebration of Records and Information Management Month

The first Records and Information Management Month was celebrated to highlight the importance of organized record-keeping in both personal and professional settings.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Records and Information Management Month

Organize a document shredding event

Gather colleagues and community members to safely and securely dispose of sensitive documents during a document shredding event. This is a great way to promote the importance of Records and Information Management Month.

CREATE

Create a "Records and Information Management Challenge"

Challenge employees to see who can come up with the most creative and efficient ways to manage records and information. Offer prizes for the winners and use this as an opportunity to educate about best practices.

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Host a lunch and learn session

Invite a guest speaker or expert in Records and Information Management to come talk to your team during a lunch and learn session. This is a great way to educate and engage employees on the importance of proper record keeping.

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Create a records management scavenger hunt

Hide different types of documents or records around the office and have employees try to find them based on clues or prompts related to proper records management. This will make learning fun and interactive.

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Offer training sessions

Provide training sessions for employees on best practices for Records and Information Management. This will not only educate them, but also help ensure that your organization is following proper procedures.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Records and Information Management Month is Important

Compliance with regulations and laws

Many industries have strict regulations and laws governing the management of records. Observing Records and Information Management Month serves as a reminder to stay compliant with these regulations, avoiding legal consequences such as fines or penalties for non-compliance.

Maintains organization and efficiency

Records and Information Management Month is a reminder to businesses and individuals to properly organize and manage their records, whether they are physical or digital. This not only helps with finding important documents quickly, but also ensures that information is up-to-date and accurate.

Protects sensitive information

With the increasing amount of personal and confidential information being stored digitally, it is crucial to have effective Records and Information Management practices in place. This helps protect sensitive information from being accessed by unauthorized individuals, reducing the risk of identity theft and other security breaches.

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