Document Retention Policy
Author: Jessica Sussman
Updating Author: Brightmine Editorial Team
When to Use
Retention of large amounts of data and documents is costly and voluminous. Moreover, document retention and destruction practices have the potential to significantly impact lawsuits against an employer. Employers also need to be aware of document retention periods that are mandated by law.
Employers should consider implementing a document retention policy that addresses these issues and complies with mandatory retention periods.