Part 2: Create a Museum Digital Project Workflow that Works
To determine digital project workflow, project activities need to be defined, standards and specifications considered, and resources identified.
Part 1: Create a Museum Digital Project Workflow that Works
Museum digital projects include object digitization and cataloging; and established workflow for staff to follow is critical to success.
Part 3: How Much Will Museum Digital Projects Cost Me?
A museum digital project usually involves costs of training and education, increased personnel capacity, or working with a consultant
Part 2: How Much Will Museum Digital Projects Cost Me?
Planning a museum digital project includes knowing the costs of digitization software, museum CMS platforms, and digital asset management systems.
Part 1: How Much Will Museum Digital Projects Cost Me?
When planning a museum digital project, evaluate the tools and resources required to succeed; read for costs of digitization equipment and software
Figuring out a Museum DAMS Solution When You Only Have a CMS
If your museum has a CMS but not a DAMS (and no budget for a DAMS) there are a few ways you can creatively construct a “for now” DAMS solution.
The Evolution and Overlap of Museum DAMS and CMS
There are differences and overlaps between a museum DAMS and CMS, and how they’ve evolved their cross-functionality to address real-world needs.
Does Your Museum Need a DAMS?
Museum digital files are assets museum staff use to care for, manage, and represent the physical collection. Using a DAMS is an important investment.
Ray Harryhausen | Titan of Cinema: Reminiscing with Fantastical Creatures from Childhood
The final post in a series on the Harryhausen Titan of Cinema Experience analyzing the specific pivot to an online virtual exhibition during COVID.
Ray Harryhausen | Titan of Cinema: How the Archives Enrich Virtual Exhibit Storytelling
The third post in a series on the Harryhausen Titan of Cinema Experience analyzing the specific pivot to an online virtual exhibition during COVID
How to Choose the Right Tools for Museum Digital Projects
For each museum digitization project, research and identify equipment and software tools, outline and commit to standards, keep end result(s) in mind
Include these Museum Digitization Standards in Your Next Project
Digitization standards for file resolution and formats should be intentionally thought of and committed to prior to any museum digitization project.
Considering Museum Digitization Tools by Item Type
Before a museum collections digitization project, assess what types of items you have and therefore, what digitization tools you need.
Ray Harryhausen | Titan of Cinema: The Translation from Physical to Virtual
The second post in a series on the Harryhausen Titan of Cinema Experience analyzing the specific pivot to an online virtual exhibition during COVID
Ray Harryhausen | Titan of Cinema Virtual Exhibition Experience
The first post in a miniseries on the Harryhausen Titan of Cinema Experience analyzing the specific pivot to an online virtual exhibition during COVID
The Top 3 Museum Digital Project Strategies That Lead to Success
There are 3 project management strategic areas critical to the success of any museum digital project: accountability, communication, and flexibility.
How to Establish Museum Digital Project Core Areas
This post offers detailed museum digital project creation guidance on the who, what, when, why, and how components that lead to project success.
A Thoughtful Approach to Museum Digital Project Creation
Most museum collection workers have no experience in project management; but digital projects must include basic project management principles
The 4 Most Important Museum Digital Project Components
Museum digital projects should always include definitions of these four components: objectives, stakeholders, resources, deliverables
How COVID Has Changed Museum Digital Projects Forever
During COVID-19, museum digital projects evolved to absolutely and urgently required, high priority, the only activity staff could perform remotely.
The Difference Between Museum Digital Programs and Projects
Attention to museum digital programs has surged due to the COVID-19 global pandemic; there are important differences between programs and projects
TrendsWatch 2021: Strategic Foresight
The sixth in a series of 6 posts from Rachael Cristine Woody analyzing the elements of AAM’s Center for the Future of Museums TrendsWatch Report 2021
TrendsWatch 2021: COVID on Campus
The fifth in a series of 6 posts from Rachael Cristine Woody analyzing the elements of AAM’s Center for the Future of Museums TrendsWatch Report 2021
TrendsWatch 2021: Who Gets Left Behind?
The fourth in a series of 6 posts from Rachael Cristine Woody analyzing the elements of AAM’s Center for the Future of Museums TrendsWatch Report 2021
TrendsWatch 2021: Digital Awakening
The third in a series of 6 posts from Rachael Cristine Woody analyzing the elements of AAM’s Center for the Future of Museums TrendsWatch Report 2021