sult and the records themselves, or a designated records preserver). 
Authenticity is protected and is verifiable by ensuring that the identity and the integrity of a 
record are maintained. The identity of a record is what distinguishes it from all other records. It 
is declared at the moment of creation by indicating at a minimum the following attributes: the 
names of the persons participating in the creation of the record (e.g., author, addressee); the 
action or matter to which the record pertains; the