Data Preservation
/ˈdeɪtə prɪˌzɜːrˈveɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process or practice of maintaining and protecting data to ensure its integrity and availability for legal, regulatory, or evidentiary purposes.
The company implemented strict data preservation policies to comply with discovery obligations in litigation.
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Commentary
Data preservation is critical in litigation and regulatory compliance to avoid spoliation of electronic evidence.
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