Course Overview:
Many organizations are now mandated to comply with regulations requiring proper digital archiving. This course will help participants ensure that their digital content is preserved in a way that maintains accessibility and usability over time. Whether participants work in government, education, libraries, corporate environments, or any other sector dealing with digital information, the skills gained are applicable across various industries. With practical, real-world case studies and exercises, participants will not only gain theoretical knowledge but also experience hands-on training with digital preservation tools and software.
Participants will learn how to assess, select, and implement digital preservation solutions, and will gain a deeper understanding of the risks associated with digital storage. The course will also address compliance with legal and institutional requirements and how to develop digital preservation policies that align with organizational goals.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Archivists, librarians, and records managers.
- IT professionals working in digital content management.
- Curators and museum professionals involved in digital collections.
- Information and data managers in public, private, and non-profit sectors.
- Digital content creators and managers.
- Professionals responsible for compliance and data governance.
- Anyone interested in digital preservation strategies for long-term access and management of digital assets.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and best practices for digital preservation and archiving.
- Assess the risks and challenges associated with managing digital archives.
- Implement effective digital preservation strategies and select appropriate tools.
- Develop and execute a digital preservation policy for their organization.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards for digital records management.
- Preserve the authenticity, reliability, and usability of digital assets over time.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Digital Preservation
- Overview of Digital Preservation
- Definitions and concepts
- Importance of digital preservation in today’s environment
- Types of Digital Assets
- Documents, images, audio, video, and databases
- Digital Preservation Challenges
- Obsolescence, data loss, and integrity issues
Module 2: Digital Preservation Strategies
- Developing a Digital Preservation Policy
- Frameworks and guidelines
- Roles and responsibilities
- Assessing Preservation Needs
- Risk assessment and prioritization
- Preservation Models
- Active vs. passive preservation strategies
Module 3: Tools and Technologies for Digital Preservation
- Overview of Digital Preservation Tools
- Software and hardware solutions
- Metadata Standards and Best Practices
- Dublin Core, PREMIS, and others
- File Formats and Migration Strategies
- Choosing appropriate file formats for long-term access
Module 4: Implementing Digital Preservation
- Creating and Managing Digital Repositories
- Digital asset management systems (DAMS)
- Developing Workflows for Digital Preservation
- Ingest, storage, access, and dissemination
- Data Integrity Checks and Monitoring
- Tools for ensuring data integrity and authenticity
Module 5: Case Studies and Future Directions
- Case Studies in Digital Preservation
- Successful implementation examples
- Evaluating Digital Preservation Programs
- Metrics and assessment techniques
- Emerging Trends and Future Directions
- Artificial Intelligence, cloud storage, and new technologies
- Wrap-up and Q&A Session
- Discussion on next steps and individual action plan
