2016-2017 Exchange Issue #2 | Page 12

Developing a Records Management Steering Committee

Developing a Records Management Steering Committee

“ IMHO , it ’ s critical to have people who can make decisions that stick … otherwise we are a group with great ideas and no way to implement them . The key in selling it to upper level managers is that these meetings will be focused and involve a small number of people who are empowered to make decisions .”
- Document Control Manager , CO Transportation District
getting things done right . Finally , at the very top of the behavior pyramid is one of the greatest challenges to team success … the inattention to RESULTS . Great teams ensure all members , regardless of their individual responsibilities and areas of expertise , are doing their best to help accomplish team goals .
In summary , the key components for a successful Committee are creating a charter , delineating the roles and responsibilities and developing a cohesive team where trust , commitment , accountability and healthy conflict are valued .
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