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Convolute

Convolute is the compilation of classified documentation in digital or paper format in a binder or file. All documents in the convolute have the same event as beginning of their retention period. All documents of the convolute are assigned to the same class, which is always the class within the convolute with the longest retention period.

Reference Volume (and volume-specific, additional or differing definitions to the standard):
VDA volume 1 Documented Information and Retention, 4th completely revised edition, August 2018