| What are MoReq and MoReq2? |
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MoReq2 is a Model Requirements Specification for the Management of Electronic Records. It defines generic requirements for an electronic records management system, or ERMS. MoReq2, published in 2008, builds on the earlier MoReq, which was published in 2001. It is intended for use throughout the European Union, though in practice it can be applied elsewhere. Both MoReq and MoReq2 were produced at the request of the DLM Forum, an independent European community of public archives and parties interested in archiving and records and information management. Their development was funded by the European Commission. MoReq2 is destined to become the guiding principle used by ERM system suppliers and developers to provide required functionality, and by outsourced records management service providers to define their service offerings. This ‘de facto’ standard also promises to revolutionise ERM procurement, auditing and training schemes around the globe. It is already used by a broad spectrum of public sector and commercial organisations when preparing requests for proposals, evaluating existing systems and preparing records management training materials. It also provides a valuable teaching resource for educators. |