Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)
SearchCIO, Friday, August 18,2023
The Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) is a conceptual framework that outlines activities for the recovery and discovery of digital data. It is a conceptual standard for the e-discovery process and also provides guidance for gathering and assimilating electronic data during legal proceedings, including criminal evidence discovery.
Electronic discovery and EDRM
Electronic discovery, or e-discovery, refers to the process of obtaining electronic evidence in a legal case or investigation. During this process, electronic data is sought, located, secured and searched for with the intent of using it as evidence during the investigation and litigation of the case.
The EDRM provides a standardized model for e-discovery. It consists of nine distinctive stages that allow for the management and discovery of electronically stored information (ESI) during an investigation.