What software do archives use?

A number of archives use or have used word processing software such as Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, or Open Office to create preliminary finding aids. In some cases, organizations have created templates that make it easy to enter standard archival information.

What is archive management software?

Everteam Archive Management System is a powerful fully web based solution for hybrid, physical and electronic records management in line with regulatory compliance. It handles large number of structured and unstructured data and provides users with a single secure point of access to the enterprise’s archives.

What is Cataloguing in archives?

Cataloguing is the process of writing a description for the records that you are transferring. The records can be searched later using descriptions and titles within catalogues.

Is ArchivesSpace a database?

Database Overview The ArchivesSpace database schema and it’s mapping to the JSONModel objects used by the other parts of the system is defined by the files in the common/schemas and backend/models directories. The database itself is created via the setup-database script in the scripts directory.

Which is the best cataloguing system for archives?

The list is by no means exhaustive and will be updated to include new systems as and when we become aware of them. It also predominantly focuses on archival management. The Collections Trust have a collections software tool which allows you to compare the features of leading Collections Management Systems based on more than 40 different criteria.

Which is the best software for cataloging art?

Stay organized & save time with industry leading tools. Artwork Archive’s simple, yet powerful collection management software helps you organize your art so you can manage, document, share and safeguard your collection. It’s an ideal solution with advanced provenance tracking, multi-user support and accessibility on any device.

How to catalog archives for non archivists in Excel?

For alternative options, you can read our guidance Archive Principles and Practice: an introduction to archives for non-archivists (PDF, 0.29MB). Our new tool, Manage Your Collections, enables any archive to upload catalogues of their collections to Discovery using a simple MS Excel template.

Is it appropriate to have a cataloguing system?

Depending on the collections you manage, it may not be appropriate or viable for you to invest in a cataloguing system. For alternative options, you can read our guidance Archive Principles and Practice: an introduction to archives for non-archivists (PDF, 0.29MB).