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Document scanning services play a crucial role in the digital revolution, providing the means to preserve, access, and manage library resources in digital format. Learn about the benefits of #digitizing libraries.

Learn more about implementing the recently published CREC Recommended Practice at this upcoming free webinar!

In this episode, we focus on the emerging discourse from the 1990s on how automated systems would potentially change the very meaning of work. The discussion is on a seminal work of Susan Leigh Star and co-author Anselm Strauss, “Layers of Silence, Arenas of Voice: The Ecology of Visible and Invisible Work,” published in CSCW’s flagship journal, Computer-Supported Cooperative Work, in 1999. The article focuses on the challenges and risks of automating work processes without due consideration of all the invisible work done in an organization that systems designers might overlook. Moreover, it addresses the unintended consequences of making invisible background work visible, such as making it easier for managers to monitor and control. #taop #visiblework #invisiblework

Sharing with everyone in case you want to be let in on the secret of how to optimise your chances of having a really good digital transformation/change experience in your school and/or Trust. Thoroughly delighted to gain so many quality insights from long time customer, Wesley College, Perth's Manager of Digital Services, Megan Blackman. #digitaltransformation #operationalefficiency #schooltechstack

Are you feeling the pressure of skyrocketing storage costs in today's media landscape? 📈 👀 The demand for high-resolution content coupled with the rise of OTT distribution is pushing M&E organizations to rethink their archiving strategies. 🌟 Introducing Active Archiving: a game-changer in the world of data storage. This innovative approach strikes the perfect balance between cost-effectiveness and speedy access, enabling media organizations to do more with their precious legacy content. 📚 In our latest e-guide, we delve into the intricacies of active archiving and how it can future-proof your data archives while enhancing workflow efficiency. Discover: 🔍The drawbacks of traditional archiving methods 🔍Strategies for implementing an active archive solution effectively 🔍Essential qualities to seek in active archive storage 🔍The simplicity and efficiency of a single, hot tier for archiving data With an active archive system in place, you can streamline your workflows, empower your team, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of media and entertainment. Read our e-guide now to unlock the full potential of your data archives: https://lnkd.in/e3u8D5jx #Entertainment #Archiving #DataStorage #FutureProof #ActiveArchiving

Our webinar "Building Enterprise-grade Proprietary Large Language Models" is now LIVE on YouTube! This session offers a deep dive into the architecture, development, and operational strategies for enterprise-grade proprietary LLMs. Don't miss out - tune in now! https://t.ly/T8h7_ #ai #artificialintelligence #llms #largelanguagemodels #livewebinar #aiinnovation #enterprise #LeewayHertz

Our online catalogue ArchivesSearch will be unavailable from: • 5.00-10.00 pm Thursday 16 May and, • 5.00 pm Friday 17 May until 9.00 am Thursday 23 May. During this time you will not be able to search the catalogue, request records to the Reading Room or request digital copies of records. The public Reading Room will also be closed from Monday 20 May to Wednesday 22 May, reopening 9.00 am Thursday 23 May. We apologise for any inconvenience. This outage is part of our final preparations for our Digital Archive. This innovative initiative will significantly transform the storage, management, and preservation of digitally created records. As we gradually transfer more records to QSA, historically significant information will become readily accessible to communities over time.

Excited about the evolving landscape of library software? In our latest exploration, we've identified five key aspects that administrators and librarians should look for in advancing their library software: 1️⃣ Online Searching Visibility: Empower librarians with strategic insights into collection development through online catalogs. Analyze search stats, identify trends, and optimize budget allocations. No patron info linked to results. Leading products offer easy reporting for actionable strategies. 2️⃣ Reporting on Intended Audience Level: Unlock strategic collection management by understanding a catalog's intended audience level. Librarians get a comprehensive overview from their own MARC records that have information from authors and publishers. A must-have feature for ensuring the right books reach the right audience. 3️⃣ Encryption of Transmissions: Prioritize data security with encryption. Extend protection beyond data storage to data transmission across the hosted environment. Our up-to-date encryption setup ensures all data lives within a secure environment. 4️⃣ Cost vs. Functionality: Examine both current expenditure and value when upgrading systems. Secure hosted software, now a standard, offers substantial cost savings over time. Modern library systems provide patron services, adaptable notifications, and automatic renewals. Top products simplify cataloging and enhance efficiency. 5️⃣ Future-Proof: Explore hosted software built for the future! Prioritize longevity and adaptability for continued relevance. Our resilient architecture facilitates zero downtime updates, ensuring efficiency and sustainability without straining IT departments. 💡 #LibrarySoftware #Innovation #FutureReady #Librarianship

In tomorrow's learning session at Si we will explore "Transition Design". This article will help you get started learning about the basics of transitions in the context of systems change: https://bit.ly/4ekcL2A Here is the guide we will be covering on Transition Design: https://bit.ly/4g1Zz3B Here's the event: https://bit.ly/3THciyT

💫 Archiving by design is an approach that has been sought after for a long time and enables digital archiving. The challenge has been the lack of system support adapted to follow established principles. This week, it’s time for Arkeion - Föreningen för arkiv och informationsförvaltning, a meeting place for all those working with information management. Among the speakers is TAM-Arkiv, who will talk about how MetaShare Orbit has streamlined the archiving process, reduced the risk of errors and inconsistencies, and increased compliance with laws and regulations regarding the preservation and disposal of documents 💫 https://lnkd.in/dSCM3Kxd