At the Onset: IT Analysis
Before starting an electronic discovery investigation, it is important to determine the scope of data to be collected and analyzed. Effectively determining what is in and out of scope can be key to cost-containment and can have a significant or even substantial impact on the overall effort and time elapsed prior to final production. Needless to say incorrect up-front scoping can even affect the overall outcome of a case.
[Custodian of Interest Checklist]
Provides an example of the kinds of questions that need to be answered during an IT interview concerning the custodian(s) of interest.
[Environment Review Checklist]
Illustrates the kind of ‘environment review’ questions that should also be part of the IT Interview process in order to define scope.