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Ohio Trustworthy Information Systems Handbook: Introduction

The Ohio Electronic Records Committee has developed a set of criteria to establish the trustworthiness of information systems. Trustworthiness means that an information system, whether computer- or paper-based, is accountable and can produce reliable and authentic information and records. Government records and record keeping systems must be accountable to citizens and elected officials.

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Table of Contents

1. What's in it for you?   HTML | PDF

    Explains ways your government agency can benefit from using the Trustworthy Information Systems Handbook.

2. How do you use this handbook?   HTML | PDF

    Describes how to determine the appropriate level of trustworthiness for any or all of your information systems.

3. What is a trustworthy information system?   HTML | PDF

    Defines what is meant by information system trustworthiness.

4. What is the process for establishing trustworthiness?   HTML | PDF

    Outlines some recommended steps for establishing information system trustworthiness.

5. Who should participate?   HTML | PDF

    Suggests a team of people with diverse skills that can be helpful when determining information system trustworthiness.

6. Why are metadata and documentation important?   HTML | PDF

    Discusses the necessity of describing an information system and its data, as well as documenting the TIS examination process.

7. How important is your information?   HTML | PDF

    Describes considerations for determining the value of your information.

8. How do you applythe Trustworthy Information System criteria?   HTML | PDF

    Shows how the criteria can be flexibly applied depending on your particular information system needs.

9. What are the criteria for a trustworthy information system?   HTML | PDF

    Outlines the criteria set, detailing the best available practices for implementing a trustworthy information system.

10. Glossary   HTML | PDF

    Defines terms that are used throughout the Handbook.

11. Bibliography   HTML | PDF

    Provides citations to works consulted during Handbook development.

12. Appendices HTML | PDF

Contain citation information, background on the project, pertinent laws, policies, and case law.