I first used barcodes to track records around 1986.  And yes there were
small to large shredders then as well.

I also first used that film as a client training tool in the 91-92, and it
had been out for several years then.

On Fri, Oct 8, 2010 at 2:19 PM, Hope Garo <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> We recently viewed the video "Buried Alive" regarding record management
> retention.  First of all, it is a great teaching tool and should be used
> for all
> record management depts.  This video has opened my eyes about keeping old
> files
> longer than needed and possibly eliminating the "Just in case" thought from
> my
> mind.  Our instructor says that there is an inconsistency in the film and
> has to
> do with the date of the film 1980's.  I am thinking that it is the use of
> the
> bar code system to manage their file boxes placed in storage.  Does anyone
> know
> if bar code systems were in use back in the 80's?  Also, were portable
> shredders
> used in the 80s?
> Mahalo for your input,
> Hope
>
>
>
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