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November 24, 2025
Archival Management
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Post-Disaster Recovery in Archives

Disasters can strike unexpectedly, causing significant damage to archival collections and facilities. Whether it is a flood, fire, or another catastrophic event, the aftermath of a disaster requires a strategic response to assess the damage and initiate recovery efforts.  

Post-Disaster Recovery in Archives
November 17, 2025
Archival Management
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Archival Disaster Response and Recovery Plans

The inherent fragility of archival materials makes them especially vulnerable to damage during disasters. To ensure the safety and preservation of these collections, archives must develop a comprehensive disaster response and recovery plan tailored to their unique needs. A well-crafted plan mitigates risks, safeguards materials, and guides staff in responding to emergencies. 

Archival Disaster Response and Recovery Plans
November 10, 2025
Archival Management
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5 Essential Elements of Archival Security

Building a secure archival environment requires a strategic, layered approach. This post outlines five essential elements every archival institution should implement: access control, secure storage, surveillance systems, staff training, and vulnerability assessments.  

5 Essential Elements of Archival Security
November 3, 2025
Archival Management
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Developing a Long-Term Preservation Strategy ...

Preserving archival collections requires more than short-term interventions or reactive measures. Establishing a long-term archival preservation strategy is essential to ensure that materials remain accessible, stable, and intact for future generations.  

Developing a Long-Term Preservation Strategy for Archives
September 1, 2025
Archival Management
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Archival Accessioning: A Foundational Process ...

As the initial step in managing incoming materials, accessioning is a critical function within archival work. The process ensures that newly acquired collections are formally accepted, documented, and incorporated into the repository’s holdings. 

Archival Accessioning: A Foundational Process for Well-Managed Archives
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February 26, 2024
Archival Management

Connection and Convergence: Archivists and Records Managers

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February 26, 2024
Archival Management
Connection and Convergence: Archivists and Records Managers

In the realm of information management, archivists and records managers are key players in ensuring the preservation and accessibility of records. 

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February 19, 2024
Archival Management

Mastering People Skills in Archives

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February 19, 2024
Archival Management
Mastering People Skills in Archives

Archival work is more than just managing timelines, budgets, and resources. At its core, it involves effectively leading and collaborating with people to achieve success.

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February 12, 2024
Archival Management

Delivering Archival Results

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February 12, 2024
Archival Management
Delivering Archival Results

Archivists prioritize projects and operational duties to ensure the effective management, preservation, and accessibility of historical records and artifacts. 

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February 5, 2024
Archival Management

Enhancing Archival Practices with Evaluations

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February 5, 2024
Archival Management
Enhancing Archival Practices with Evaluations

Preservation and conservation are critical components of archival management. 

These practices ensure the long-term survival and accessibility of archival materials, preserving their rich legacy. 

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January 29, 2024
Project Management

New Course Launch: Project Management for Librarians and Archivists

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January 29, 2024
Project Management
New Course Launch: Project Management for Librarians and Archivists

This comprehensive course on project management is tailored explicitly for librarians and archivists seeking to enhance their skills in efficiently managing projects within the dynamic and organized realm of libraries and archives

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January 22, 2024
Archival Management

Processing for Archives

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January 22, 2024
Archival Management
Processing for Archives

Archives play a vital role in preserving collective memory and cultural heritage. 

Archives rely on collection management policies together with well-defined processing and access procedures to effectively manage their collections and provide access to researchers and the public. 

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January 15, 2024
Archival Management

Developing Acquisition Strategies for Archives

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January 15, 2024
Archival Management
Developing Acquisition Strategies for Archives

Acquiring materials is a crucial aspect of archival collection development. To build a robust archives, it is essential to develop effective acquisition strategies. 

These strategies outline the methods and approaches used to acquire valuable materials that align with the archives’ mission and objectives.

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January 8, 2024
Archival Management

Establishing Selection Criteria for Archives

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January 8, 2024
Archival Management
Establishing Selection Criteria for Archives

Establishing clear and well-defined selection criteria is crucial when developing a collection development policy for archives. 

Selection criteria act as the yardstick by which archivists evaluate potential acquisitions, ensuring the addition of valuable and relevant materials to their collections. 

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January 1, 2024
Archival Management

Building a Purposeful Archives

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January 1, 2024
Archival Management
Building a Purposeful Archives

Creating a collection development policy involves setting objectives that guide the growth and management of collections. 

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December 18, 2023

Ultimate Guide to Completing Family History Projects

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December 18, 2023
Ultimate Guide to Completing Family History Projects

I've written a lot about family archives over the years, but sometimes my readers miss a post or are new to my community. I've listed my posts related to how anyone can learn methods to save their personal and family history. 

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