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7 Practical Steps for Starting an Archives
Once the need for an archives is established and the necessary approvals have been secured, the next phase involves setting up the archives.
Storytelling Inspiration with Collections Online
Collections online offer multiple benefits for storytelling including greater flexibility and cost effectiveness around budgets and staff time.
Interview with the Author: Dr. B. Chernow on Going Beyond the Internet
Special librarians know searching the Internet answers specific questions, but you miss or misinterpret information if you only consult the Internet.
Improving Collection Management Through Archival Surveys
Archival surveys are powerful tools for improving collection management. By surveying collections, archivists can gather essential data that inform preservation, access, and resource allocation.
Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leaders Part 91 – Frank Leistner
The late Frank Leistner was the former Chief Knowledge Officer for SAS Global Professional Services, where he founded the knowledge management program and led a wide range of knowledge management initiatives up until 2012.
Examples of How Archives Can Be Used to Elevate Museum Collections
Last week we reviewed how archives can enhance museum collections online. This week will continue our work with an examination of specific examples, including what items different types of archives may contain and where to capture this data.
Are There Drawbacks to Using GenAI for Research?
Researchers must take responsibility for understanding how GenAI works and closely review literature search results before relying on them. Let’s take a look at three major drawbacks for researchers and special librarians to consider when leveraging or recommending GenAI platforms.
Blending Data and Narratives to Demonstrate Archival Impact
Archivists can learn to measure and showcase their contributions using methodologies, metrics, and narratives.
Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leaders Part 90 – Patrick Lambe
Patrick Lambe is Owner and Founding Partner of Straits Knowledge. He is a consultant and researcher in knowledge management and e-learning.
How Archives Can Enrich Museum Collections Online
Staffed archives are in constant motion in their attempt to provide and broaden access to the archival collections.
Researching with GenAI: Tools & Tips for Special Librarians
When GenAI first became widely available, there was a great deal of discussion about how it would “hallucinate”—that is, make up content and sound very sure of itself when doing so.
Ensuring Long-Term Access to Digital Archives
Long-term preservation is essential to ensure digital archives remain accessible and usable.
Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leaders Part 89 – Valdis Krebs
KM leader Valdis Krebs developed a network analysis methodology that maps knowledge exchange and allows managers to see what was once invisible.
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