Access to technology is not the same as confidence, and confidence is not the same as capability. Why adopting AI is really a continuous learning project. Source Read More
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Digital Excellence: How Online Museum Collections Inspire New Acquisitions
A robust online collections portal and frictionless intake form can turn your museum CMS into an active acquisition engine that inspires new donations and estate gifts. Source Read More
Countering Misinformation: A Librarian’s Guide to Sharpening the Evaluation Process
AI has made misinformation easier to create and more convincing than ever. Here’s how special librarians can sharpen their source-evaluation skills and teach them to the people they serve. Source Read More
Email Archiving Best Practices for Archivists
Email is now the primary record of organizational life. Here’s how archivists appraise, ingest, preserve, and provide access to email archives, and why it matters. Source Read More
Seven Assumptions AI Is Challenging in Libraries and Knowledge Management
AI is changing how we think about and perform knowledge work. Here are seven assumptions it’s challenging—and how librarians and knowledge managers can adapt. Source Read More
Sustaining Online Collectives: Benefits, Challenges, and the Long View on NWDH
An examination of the structural advantages and systemic hurdles of the Northwest Digital Heritage consortium model, demonstrating that the rewards of collaborative digital stewardship far outweigh the operational risks. Source Read More
Know the Laws That Govern Your Area: A Guide for Librarians
For special librarians, understanding which laws govern your collection isn’t just about compliance. It is a core professional expertise that protects users and is one reason your role is indispensable. Source Read More
Ready to Read: Backlog to Bankroll: Grant Writing for Archivists
Backlog to Bankroll is a must-read for archivists who want to position their archives as a resilient institution prepared for the future and powered by sustainable fundraising practices. Source Read More
Understanding Business Records: A Guide for Archivists
By promoting consistency in business record creation and ensuring completeness at the beginning, archivists lay the groundwork for efficient accessioning and transfer, shifting to a strategic partnership with creators. Source Read More
The KM Mentor, Part 3: Advice for an IT Professional at a Culinary Institute
KM expert Stan Garfield provides advice for a culinary institute IT staff member on how to develop training materials, prioritize KM initiatives, and support chef-instructors and students. Source Read More