Records Continuum Model

The Records Continuum Model is a way of understanding records and information management as an ongoing process throughout their entire lifecycle. Instead of thinking of records as separate from creation to disposal, this model sees them as continuously managed and valuable at every stage—creation, active use, retention, and eventual preservation or disposal. It emphasizes that records are part of an ongoing context, supporting accountability, governance, and organizational memory. This approach promotes integrated management, ensuring records are accessible, reliable, and useful over time, reflecting their evolving importance within an organization.