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What is the primary role of a document management system in an archival repository?
Which of the following is NOT a function of digital preservation systems?
What event significantly impacted the archival records in Greene County in 1974?
What challenge did the archival staff face that necessitated the need for electronic record preservation?
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When was the Greene County Archives established?
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Which of the following is a benefit of having both document management and digital preservation systems?
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Which technological development specifically made the need for electronic record preservation clear in Greene County?
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What was the nature of records transferred to the Greene County Archives at its inception?
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What was one of the main reasons the Archives team initiated discussions with the IT Department?
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What key factor indicated the urgency of finding a preservation solution for electronic records?
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Which preservation need was NOT identified by Archives staff during their survey of departments?
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What lifespan did the Archives team discover for CDs used by departments for long-term record storage?
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What was a significant functionality that Preservica offered that appealed to the Archives team?
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What type of system did the Archives staff begin searching for after securing the digital preservation system?
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Which of the following factors was stated as essential for the new digital preservation system?
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What was a consequence of the pandemic concerning the Archives services?
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How did the Archives team gauge the interest in the new digital preservation system among county departments?
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What aspect of the Archives' data management system presented a challenge for the future?
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What essential feature allows for the elimination of duplicate metadata entry in the data management system?
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Which of the following was a key lesson learned during the implementation of both systems?
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What improvement was highlighted as a result of the digital repository implementation?
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Which technical skill was noted as beneficial for utilizing Preservica effectively?
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What aspect of file management is emphasized as important when implementing a digital preservation system?
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What was identified as a disadvantage during the implementation of ArchivesSpace?
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Which storage solution was compared to Amazon Web Services for preservation during the lessons learned?
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What is the significance of the box list mentioned in the content?
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What strategy was recommended to manage large uploads to a shared cloud server?
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What was the total amount of data uploaded to the system within the first year of implementation?
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Study Notes
Importance of Document Management and Digital Preservation
- Document management systems (DMS) are vital for active record management, while digital preservation systems (DPS) ensure long-term retention and accessibility.
- DPS addresses technology changes by migrating files to usable formats and creating preservation and access copies.
Greene County Archives Context
- Located in Xenia, Ohio, serving as a repository for historically significant county records.
- Historical records include documentation of natural disasters, specifically the devastating F5 tornado in 1974 and F3 tornadoes in 2019.
- Archival staff collected over 1,400 images of property damage after the 2019 tornado due to no existing preservation plan.
Challenges Faced
- The onset of COVID-19 labeled the Archives as non-essential, hindering access to essential records.
- Lack of long-term electronic records preservation plans and reliance on short-lived CDs for storage posed significant risks.
Approach to Implementing Systems
- Archived teams engaged with IT to identify the need for electronic preservation and data management systems.
- Preservica became a focal point for digital preservation, offering automatic migration of obsolete formats and secure long-term storage.
- Developed a comprehensive plan addressing preservation and management needs, gaining buy-in from numerous county departments.
Features of Selected Systems
- Preservica: Automatic software obsolescence management, secure and monitored storage, multi-level security, customizable online access, and fail-safe deletion processes.
- ArchivesSpace: Specifically designed for archival use, web-based hosting, sync capabilities with Preservica, online catalog integration, and customization.
Implementation Results
- Over a year, the Archives onboarded ten departments and uploaded approximately 7 million digital files (around 2 TB).
- Efficient public record requests improved from an hour to minutes, enhancing service delivery.
- Volunteers actively participated in metadata creation for digital records, increasing community involvement.
Lessons Learned
- Flexibility during implementation proved crucial to overcoming initial challenges.
- Understanding the distinct functionalities and languages of both systems is necessary for effective integration.
- Importance of technical skills for utilizing tools to their full capabilities, particularly with Preservica.
- Establishing protocols for file management, retention, and digital uploads ensures an organized and efficient process.
Conclusion
- Enhanced productivity, workflow efficiency, and record accessibility observed in the second year post-implementation.
- Digital preservation through Preservica automatically manages long-term records, while ArchivesSpace provides an accurate inventory and searchable online catalog.
- Successful implementation underscores the critical roles of both document management and digital preservation systems in archival repositories.
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This quiz explores the importance of electronic record preservation and the implementation of an archives management system. It covers the roles of document management and digital preservation systems in the life cycle of records within an archival repository.