The importance of being able to prove the authenticity of records cannot be understated. The need to protect the authenticity of a record is a requirement of ISO 15489 and the Recordkeeping Metadata Standard for Commonwealth Agencies.

These examples show the significant penalties for altering records. By implementing a compliant record keeping system you can avoid this type of negative publicity for your organisation.

Alteration of Records

Breaches of Privacy

Breakdowns in Accountability

Catastrophes

Deliberate or Illegal Destruction of Records

Inadequate Corporate Recordkeeping Systems

Inappropriate Disposal of Records

Non-compliance

Operational and Organisational Failures

Alteration of Records

Martha Stewart found guilty of altering records

Martha Stewart was convicted today of obstructing justice and lying to the US government about a superbly timed stock sale. Stewart was not charged with insider trading; instead, she and her broker were accused of lying about the transaction and altering records to support the alleged cover story.

Source: Sydney Morning Herald

ICAC investigation into alteration of student records

The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) recently reported on its investigation into into the unauthorised use and alteration of student records. ICAC found that a combination of technical deficiencies and procedural weaknesses in the UTS student records system led to the corrupt conduct it was investigating.

Sources NSW State Records

Full Report NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption

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