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.
Think Clearly Blog
Think Clearly Blog
Archival Leadership in the Digital Age
Leadership should take center stage in the archival profession. The essence of leadership lies in embracing change and fostering innovation.
Archival Collections Management: From Stewardship to Advocacy
A unique challenge arises in the intricate world of archives—the risk of archivists being perceived as self-promoters.
The Organizational Impact of Archives
In archives, leadership is not merely a role but a proactive stance transcending the archival domain’s boundaries.
Understanding Deeds of Gift
A deed of gift is a legal instrument that transfers ownership of archival materials from donor to repository; this primer details what to include.
Archival Customer Service
Archivists extend their expertise beyond traditional reference services by aiding and training users, as champions of exceptional customer service.
Unlocking Access in Archives
The shift in archival processing from a rigid structure to a more flexible, access-oriented approach is crucial in meeting the dynamic needs of users.
Enhancing Collaboration; Methods for Archivists
Archivists can enhance collaboration through user-centric approaches and efficient processing methods based on customer service principles.
Navigating Selection in Archival Practice
The archival selection process is far from straightforward, given the limitations of long-term preservation and ongoing accessibility challenges.
Responsible Stewardship in Archival Practice
Responsible stewardship is a philosophy that guides the actions and decisions of archivists in safeguarding collective memory.
A Modern View of a City’s History via ArchivEra
Brief success story on City of Regina Archives’ use of ArchivEra to manage collections of legal, historical, administrative or financial significance
Stewards of the Past, Guardians of the Future
Archival preservation bridges the past and future, allowing the voices and stories of bygone eras to resonate with contemporary and future audiences.
Archival Relationship-Building
Relationship-building for archivists emphasizes collaborative partnerships, overcoming challenges, and shaping the organization’s present and future.