How does Relativity ensure the integrity of data during the e-discovery process?

The integrity of data during the e-discovery process is crucial, and using checksums and auditing tools to verify documents is a robust method for ensuring that data remains intact and unaltered throughout the discovery process. Checksums are unique identifiers generated from data content, enabling verification that the data has not been modified during transit or processing. Auditing tools provide tracking capabilities to monitor who accessed or modified documents, ensuring transparency and accountability.

This approach is critical in maintaining data integrity because it allows organizations to detect unauthorized changes, thereby reinforcing the trustworthiness of the evidence collected. In contrast, limiting access to documents ensures security but does not inherently verify data accuracy or integrity. Randomly deleting outdated documents can risk the loss of relevant evidence and compromise the discovery process. Relying solely on user permissions may control access but does not provide any means of verification regarding the state of the data or detect alterations. Thus, the use of checksums and auditing tools stands out as a comprehensive method for supporting the integrity of the data through the e-discovery process.