This series has been building toward execution. Retention has to be operational, not just documented. It needs structure, and
In the last post, we made the case that retention schedules need structure—that operational governance
Throughout this series, one idea has surfaced in nearly every post. Structure. Consistency across environments depends on
Governance is often measured by what organizations define. Policies are written. Retention schedules are approved.
Most organizations have retention schedules. Many have documented policies, established governance frameworks, and clearly defined retention requirements.
A retention schedule is not a one-time deliverable. At least, it shouldn’t be. Many organizations invest significant time defining retention categories,