Developing strategies for sustaining and growing the archives over time is essential to ensure long-term success.
5 Keys to Establishing a Sustainable Archives
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4 Ways to Promote Sustainability in Special Libraries
The path to sustainability in special libraries combines technological advancement, waste reduction, collection digitization, and community education.
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.
Establishing the Need for an Archives: Elements of a Strong Foundation
Starting an archives in any institution is crucial to preserving its history and ensuring that vital records are maintained for the future.
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.
Texas Archive of the Moving Image: Interview with the Digital Archivist
I recently interviewed Grace Muñoz about her work at the Texas Archive of the Moving Image. Her work on improving the discoverability of the multimedia collection is fascinating.
How to Conduct Comprehensive Archival Surveys
Conducting a comprehensive archival survey is critical to successfully managing archival collections.
Remembering History, Moving Forward Together, with ArchivEra
The Catholic Diocese of Arlington’s Director of Archives selected ArchivEra to manage their collections of historical and cultural significance, and strike a balance between security and access.
Unveiling Archival Impact
The transformative power of storytelling depends upon the strategic choices that top archival performers make and the shift from being record-keepers to change agents.
Effective Measurement of Archival Impact
Effective measurement is the key to assessing the impact of archival endeavors. Archivists play a crucial role in preserving historical records, and their efforts are best evaluated through well-defined benchmarks.
Blending Data and Narratives to Demonstrate Archival Impact
Archivists can learn to measure and showcase their contributions using methodologies, metrics, and narratives.
Ensuring Long-Term Access to Digital Archives
Long-term preservation is essential to ensure digital archives remain accessible and usable.
5 Best Practices for Personal Digital Archiving
Archivists have developed best practices for organizing and maintaining personal digital archives, safeguarding digital legacies for future generations.
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