Bob:

I agree with you.

It seems that many, if not most, programs are developed this way.

On 8/17/07, bobd <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> Hugh .... I agree with some of what you are saying, but if I was a
> lawyer(not one)for the "records manager" I would probably counter saying
> and
> proving the whole company document management program is a sham.  While
> the
> individual has the responsibilities of "Records Manager" he/she wasn't
> given
> the authority to manage the program.
>
> I think you could also convince a judge that the program was developed for
> the express purpose of building a "wall" around management.  Believe there
> has been some case law that would support this.
>
> As a defense I would attempt to show that:
> .  I wasn't provided the funding or support to manage the program.
> .  My position was to establish and provide guidance and recommendations
> only.
>
> Besides, under Sarbane-Oxley I believe the ultimate responsibility for the
> company resides at the highest level of management.
>
> R W Dalton, CRM
> Dalton Consulting
> 1-253-229-4555
>
>

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