What is ARMA
Charlotte - Piedmont Chapter is the local leading authority in Records and Information Management.
The Association of Records Managers and Administrators, Inc. (ARMA) is a non-profit international management association formed July 1, 1975, to promote interest in records and information management. The objectives are to provide a forum for research and the exchange of ideas and knowledge; to foster professionalism; to develop and promulgate workable standards and practices; and to furnish a source of records and information management guidance.
ARMA has chapters in the United States and Canada and is affiliated with the International Records Management Federal (IRMF) and its organizations throughout the world.
Our Mission
We exist to advocate, promote and involve businesses and governments in the Records and Information Management process and to provide resources and education so that Records and Information Management is recognized and understood as a critical element of businesses and governments.
The Mission of ARMA International is:- To advance records and information as a discipline and a profession.
- To organize and promote programs of research, education, training, and networking in the profession of records and information management.
- To support enhancement of professionalism of the members of ARMA International.
- To promote cooperative endeavors with related professional groups.
Benefits of joining ARMA
- ARMA provides resources such as online training, assessments, best practices etc.
- ARMA provides Generally Accepted Record Keeping Principles (GARP).
- ARMA provides networking opportunities.
- ARMA has experienced professionals who are willing to assist.
The Charlotte Piedmont Chapter - Our chapter now has over 50 dedicated members and meets on a regular monthly basis to exchange ideas, discuss problems, and hear speakers who are knowledgeable in various areas of records and information management. Please call 704-331-3753 and talk with Jesse Ricks to learn more about attending one of our meetings.
