Archival Customer Service
Archivists extend their expertise beyond traditional reference services by aiding and training users, as champions of exceptional customer service.
Archivists extend their expertise beyond traditional reference services by aiding and training users, as champions of exceptional customer service.
The shift in archival processing from a rigid structure to a more flexible, access-oriented approach is crucial in meeting the dynamic needs of users.
Archivists can enhance collaboration through user-centric approaches and efficient processing methods based on customer service principles.
The archival selection process is far from straightforward, given the limitations of long-term preservation and ongoing accessibility challenges.
Responsible stewardship is a philosophy that guides the actions and decisions of archivists in safeguarding collective memory.
Archival preservation bridges the past and future, allowing the voices and stories of bygone eras to resonate with contemporary and future audiences.
Relationship-building for archivists emphasizes collaborative partnerships, overcoming challenges, and shaping the organization’s present and future.
A strategic approach enables archivists to prioritize building relationships with decision-makers who hold the keys to resources.
Archivists ensure their expertise receives due acknowledgment and advocacy by relationship-building within their organizational framework.
Archivists play a pivotal role in shaping organizational culture cannot; they go beyond record-keeping to become agents of cultural change.
Results-driven advocacy, budget-conscious requests, and comprehensive agendas help archivists contribute to an institution’s success.
Archivists are influential agents shaping organizational culture and safeguarding institutional memory.
Archivist’s advocacy strategies serve as bridges between tradition and innovation, securing the future relevance of archival programs.
Archives expert Margot Note on proven practices for getting the budget for archival software including collections management systems.
Archival digitization democratizes access to historical records once reserved for a privileged few.
Archival advocacy plays a pivotal role in addressing the challenges of the digital age; expert analysis and strategies.
Archival materials allow individuals and societies to examine historical events and gain insight into human experiences.
Embracing diversity in archival work is a noble aspiration and a fundamental necessity.
Archivist advocacy extends beyond the archives’ walls; archivists advocate for preserving historical records and the role of archival work in society.
Archivists serve as the guardians of a society’s memory, ensuring past actions and decisions are not lost or altered, ensuring accountability
The dual principles of access and use underpin archivists’ work; they ensure records remain accessible while respecting legal and ethical restrictions
Archives are invaluable for leadership, providing historical context, data-driven decision-making, and preservation of institutional memory.
Working with the legal department archivists can develop comprehensive and legally defensible retention policies that balance compliance and efficiency
Grant management records serve as the backbone of accountability, transparency, and compliance in the archival and records grant-making process.
Archives preserve institutional memory, enhance transparency, and provide valuable resources for research and education.