ARMA International Information

ARMA is the Association of Records Managers and Administrators. ARMA is a not-for-profit professional association with over 10,000 members in over 30 countries. ARMA is the information source and leading authority on managing records - both paper and electronic. The association was established in 1956.

ARMA International members include records and information managers, MIS and ADP professionals, imaging specialists, archivists, hospital administrators, legal administrators, librarians, and educators. ARMA, its chapters and its members are dedicated to helping individuals, organizations, and government agencies successfully meet the challenges of the increasingly complex records and information management field.

ARMA offers education, networking, skill building, mentoring and professional development to its members in a social atmosphere. ARMA offers invaluable resources and publications such as the award winning The Information Management Journal, online web-based training and updates on best practices and technology trends.

The benefits of membership in ARMA include:

Access - Your Connection to a Global Network
Expertise - Links to a World of Ideas and Solutions
Professional Development - At Every Stage of Your Career

ARMA's Mission:

The mission of ARMA International is:

1. To advance records and information management as a discipline and a profession.

2. To organize and promote programs of research, education, training, and networking in the profession of records and information management.

3. To support the enhancement of professionalism of the members of ARMA.

4. To provide opportunities for information professionals to use their skills and experience to leverage the value of records, information, and knowledge as corporate assets and as contributors to organizational success.

5. To promote cooperative endeavors with related professional groups.