The President and Fellows of Harvard College voted in 1995 to create a comprehensive records management program for the University. Records Management Services (RMS), under the direction of the University Archives, was charged with setting policies and standards to ensure the prudent maintenance and efficient disposition of University records.

Each department and office is accountable for its records and recordkeeping practices and ensuring compliance with these University policies and standards. All University employees are expected to ensure that records are managed appropriately, maintained securely, and remain accessible for the length of time they are required by University policy. The University's General Records Schedule, records management policies and guidance, tools, and information is available on the Records Management Services web site. For assistance, please contact rmo@hulmail.harvard.edu or 617-495-5961.