I'm involved in an organization where I keep records - board minutes and the like. 

I've been thinking lately about the process of keeping records for "posterity".  The thought crossed my mind if I should put the records on a USB drive, instead of printing off records on paper and keeping them that way.  

Then I got to thinking.... if I did this 20 years ago, I probably would have put them on a CD, or maybe even a floppy.... and if I had put records on a floppy or a CD years ago, would I be able to access them now?  

And if I put records on a USB drive today, will I be able to access these records indefinitely in the future? 

I am interested in hearing thoughts..... 

What is the future of storing information electronically?  

Is storing records on paper still the best way to keep records indefinitely?  

I am guessing someone is going to suggest "Cloud Storage". However, I think that could have its problems as well.   ??

Thoughts?