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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Anna Bulow , Jess Ahmon , The National ArchivesPublisher: Facet Publishing Imprint: Facet Publishing Edition: New ed. Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.145kg ISBN: 9781856047111ISBN 10: 1856047113 Pages: 208 Publication Date: 16 December 2010 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock  The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of Contents1. Digitization in the context of collection management Introduction The impact of new technologies Collection management Access to content and context Planning and processing with minimal risk The four phases of digitization Fitting digitization into collection management Chapter summary Bibliography 2. Before you digitize: resources, suppliers and surrogates Introduction Impact on the institution Choosing to outsource The role of microfilm Chapter summary Bibliography 3. The digital image - Ross Spencer Introduction Basic concepts Post-processing Image specification Setting a standard Chapter summary Bibliography 4. The process of selection Introduction A strategy for digitization The principles and process of selection Prioritization Special collections Chapter summary Bibliography 5. Surveying collections Introduction Why do a survey? Conducting a survey Analysing data and making recommendations Chapter summary Bibliography 6. Equipment for image capture Introduction Risks during imaging Features to consider Types of equipment Selecting and testing Chapter summary Bibliography 7. Preparation of document formats and fastenings Introduction Preparing formats and fastenings Fitting preparation into the workflow Chapter summary Bibliography 8. Preparation of damaged documents Introduction Is conservation work always needed? Treatment options Documentation Fitting conservation work into the workflow Chapter summary Bibliography 9. Setting up the imaging operation Introduction Working environment Workflow and document tracking Staffing Chapter summary Bibliography Conclusion Further reading General guidelines The digital image Equipment for image captureReviews"""... an extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials."" - Ardiadne ""... an extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials."" ""...a valuable resource for all collection and project managers who have responsibility for the preservation of archival collections, as well as industry professionals whose role touches on the digitisation of collections"" -- MmIT Journal ""What this book demonstrates is the importance of developing a strong partnership and mutual understanding between those who are responsible for the digital inputs (the collection managers) and those responsible for the digital outputs (the digitisation professionals). Both groups will be well served by this book."" -- Library and Information Research ""A practical approach is at the heart of this publication. How to evaluate the nature and extent of physical damage of collection items? What are the possible ways to deal with document formats and fastenings to achieve good imaging quality without compromising preservation objectives? What equipment should be selected to reach both digital imaging and preservation goals? How a digital imaging workflow should be organised to accommodate document preparation and conservation tasks? These are just several examples of questions addressed in different chapters. The extensive experience of both authors in digitising and preserving heritage collections at the National Archives of the United Kingdom and the case studies presented in all chapters add more value to this publication."" -- The Electronic Library ""...An extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials."" -- Ariadne ""...An extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials."" -- Ariadne" ... an extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials. - Ardiadne A practical approach is at the heart of this publication. How to evaluate the nature and extent of physical damage of collection items? What are the possible ways to deal with document formats and fastenings to achieve good imaging quality without compromising preservation objectives? What equipment should be selected to reach both digital imaging and preservation goals? How a digital imaging workflow should be organised to accommodate document preparation and conservation tasks? These are just several examples of questions addressed in different chapters. The extensive experience of both authors in digitising and preserving heritage collections at the National Archives of the United Kingdom and the case studies presented in all chapters add more value to this publication. -- The Electronic Library What this book demonstrates is the importance of developing a strong partnership and mutual understanding between those who are responsible for the digital inputs (the collection managers) and those responsible for the digital outputs (the digitisation professionals). Both groups will be well served by this book. -- Library and Information Research ...a valuable resource for all collection and project managers who have responsibility for the preservation of archival collections, as well as industry professionals whose role touches on the digitisation of collections -- MmIT Journal ... an extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials. -- Ariadne Ariadne ... an extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials. - Ardiadne ... an extremely valuable addition to the literature on digitization. It should be of interest to all involved in the digitization of documentary records and textual materials. -- Ariadne ...a valuable resource for all collection and project managers who have responsibility for the preservation of archival collections, as well as industry professionals whose role touches on the digitisation of collections -- MmIT Journal What this book demonstrates is the importance of developing a strong partnership and mutual understanding between those who are responsible for the digital inputs (the collection managers) and those responsible for the digital outputs (the digitisation professionals). Both groups will be well served by this book. -- Library and Information Research A practical approach is at the heart of this publication. How to evaluate the nature and extent of physical damage of collection items? What are the possible ways to deal with document formats and fastenings to achieve good imaging quality without compromising preservation objectives? What equipment should be selected to reach both digital imaging and preservation goals? How a digital imaging workflow should be organised to accommodate document preparation and conservation tasks? These are just several examples of questions addressed in different chapters. The extensive experience of both authors in digitising and preserving heritage collections at the National Archives of the United Kingdom and the case studies presented in all chapters add more value to this publication. -- The Electronic Library Author InformationDr Anna E. Bulow is Head of Preservation at The National Archives. She is editor of the Journal of Paper Conservation and has written and presented on a wide range of subjects including degradation mechanisms of paper, environmental monitoring and control, risk assessment and digitization. Jess Ahmon MA MSc is Preservation Officer at The National Archives. She has given a number of presentations on the challenges of digitization of original documents, most recently at the Digital Futures training programme run by King's College London. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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