The Digital Archiving Strategy for Financial Documents in the Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Sidenreng Rappang Regency for More Optimal Administrative Services

This study aims to: analyze the effectiveness of the digital file archiving strategy in improving administrative service efficiency in the Finance Department of the Ministry of Religious Affairs Office in Sidenreng Rappang Regency. This research uses a qualitative approach conducted in the Finance Department of the Ministry of Religious Affairs Office in Sidenreng Rappang Regency. The data were collected from employees and leadership during the research period. Data collection was carried out through interviews, observation, and documentation. The data analysis method used is descriptive-analytic with three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The study found that the archiving system in the Finance Department still combines manual, semi-manual, and digital methods, with uneven implementation of procedures, leading some employees to continue relying on manual methods. Digital archiving has proven effective in enhancing administrative efficiency, but improvements in data security and ongoing training are needed to achieve optimal efficiency.