What is another word for paper trail?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪpə tɹˈe͡ɪl] (IPA) 
The expression "paper trail" refers to a record or documentation of a series of events or transactions in hard copy form. Synonyms for this term include the phrase "document trail," as well as "record keeping," "documentation," and "paperwork." Other terms used to describe a paper trail include "audit trail," which is often used in reference to financial documentation, and "trail of evidence," which suggests a more legal or criminal context. Regardless of the terminology used, the idea behind all of these phrases remains the same: to maintain a consistent, thorough record of events that can be reviewed or referenced at a later time.
