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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
August 25, 2025
Archival Management
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7 Elements of a Strong Archival Acquisition ...

Developing an acquisition policy is critical for archivists because it sets the foundation for how an institution acquires and manages its collections. A well-crafted acquisition policy ensures the archives remains focused, relevant, and aligned with the institution’s mission and strategic goals.  

7 Elements of a Strong Archival Acquisition Policy
August 18, 2025
Archival Management
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Understanding Archival Acquisition

Archival acquisition is a crucial process in managing records; it encompasses the methods and principles by which archival institutions acquire and take responsibility for records. It is a fundamental aspect of archival work, affecting records’ immediate management and long-term preservation and accessibility. Understanding archival acquisition involves grasping its purpose, methods, challenges, and best practices.

Understanding Archival Acquisition
August 11, 2025
Archival Management
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Ethical Considerations in Archival Appraisal

Appraisal involves choosing which records to preserve based on their long-term value and relevance to the archives’ mission. This process requires archivists to balance users’ immediate needs with the potential future significance of records.

Ethical Considerations in Archival Appraisal
August 4, 2025
Archival Management
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Archival Appraisal and Selection: Balancing ...

Appraisal involves choosing which records to preserve based on their long-term value and relevance to the archives’ mission. This process requires archivists to balance users’ immediate needs with the potential future significance of records.

Archival Appraisal and Selection: Balancing Present Needs and Future Value
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January 13, 2025
Archival Management

The Power of Archival Stories

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January 13, 2025
Archival Management
The Power of Archival Stories

Engaging audiences through stories creates a connection that resonates with their interests and experiences.

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January 6, 2025
Archival Management

Archivists as Modern Marketers

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January 6, 2025
Archival Management
Archivists as Modern Marketers

Marketing is not exclusive to profit-driven enterprises; archivists can harness marketing concepts to promote their services, position themselves as valuable partners, and emphasize their significance within organizations.

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December 9, 2024

Sharpen Your Archival Skills

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December 9, 2024
 Sharpen Your Archival Skills

I've compiled some of my best post posts on archival management.

Tagged: blog post roundup

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December 2, 2024
Creating Family Archives

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Memory Makers

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December 2, 2024
Creating Family Archives
The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Memory Makers

Here's a list of distinctive gifts for everyone on your nice list. The ties that bind these gifts together is that they cherish the past or create the future.

Tagged: gift guide, holidays

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November 25, 2024
Archival Management

Archivists as Champions of Social Responsibility

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November 25, 2024
Archival Management
Archivists as Champions of Social Responsibility

At the core of an archivist’s social responsibility is recognizing that the archival record is a cornerstone of cultural heritage.

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November 18, 2024
Archival Management

Unlocking the Power of Service in Archival Practice

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November 18, 2024
Archival Management
Unlocking the Power of Service in Archival Practice

Service is at the heart of archival practice, underpinning the archivist’s commitment to facilitating access to primary sources.

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November 11, 2024
Records Management

Finding the Right Records Management Consultant

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November 11, 2024
Records Management
Finding the Right Records Management Consultant

Get the right records management consulting services from a qualified consultant. Learn to find and hire the best consultant to help you with your records management needs.

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November 4, 2024
Archival Management

Promoting Archival Work

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November 4, 2024
Archival Management
Promoting Archival Work

Beyond safeguarding historical records, archivists promote using and understanding invaluable resources. 

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October 28, 2024
Archival Management

Archival Customer Service

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October 28, 2024
Archival Management
Archival Customer Service

The significance of archival customer service cannot be overstated.

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October 21, 2024
Archival Management

Unlocking Access in Archives

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October 21, 2024
Archival Management
Unlocking Access in Archives

Extensible processing is a beacon guiding archivists toward a user-focused approach.

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