Digital imaging of archival records

While I have found plenty of information about technical
requirements for digital imaging/digitization, there seems to be
limited information considering the preservation needs of archival
records during digital imaging.  I would like examples of written
procedures for selection of records to be imaged (assessing their
condition, etc.), preparation of the records for imaging, and
handling/support of the records during the imaging. Procedures
developed for staff, for researchers making their own digital
images, and/or for contractors and vendors are all of interest.

I would also like to hear how other conservators have been involved
in planning and implementing digital imaging projects--problems,
lessons learned, best practices established, etc..

Ala Rekrut
Chief, Preservation Services
Archives of Manitoba
200 Vaughan Street
Winnipeg MB
R3C 1T5
Canada
204-945-1265
Fax: 948-2008


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