How to Manage Processing of Archives and Special Collections | An Introduction

Pam Hackbart-Dean (u. a.)

ISBN 10: 0838958796 / ISBN 13: 9780838958797

Editore: ALA Editions, 2012

How to Manage Processing of Archives and Special Collections | An Introduction | Pam Hackbart-Dean (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2012 | ALA Editions | EAN 9780838958797 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. Codice articolo 106242510

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Every archives strives to have an active, well-planned processing program, but achieving this is no easy task. How to Manage Processing in Archives and Special Collections breaks down what you need to know to establish or revitalize your processing program, delivering effective methods to help you succeed. This resource is packed with information about:

• Creating a framework for a processing program, including developing processing policies, priorities, and strategies;
• Managing the day-to-day work of processing assessment techniques;
• Implementing best practices and standards;
• Administering a patron-based approach to managing processing;
• Effectively assessing the demands for descriptions and item-level cataloging to make collections available more swiftly; and
• Applying standards in the adoption of trends and new concepts in processing and in handling outside demands.

Whether you manage numerous archivists, operate as one member of a processing team, or operate as a lone arranger, How to Manage Processing in Archives and Special Collections is your go-to guide for developing and managing a processing program. With an effective processing program in place, your archives will be better positioned to help users find the materials they need.

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Titolo: How to Manage Processing of Archives and ...
Casa editrice: ALA Editions
Data di pubblicazione: 2012
Legatura: Taschenbuch
Condizione: Neu