MARA Blog: Around the Web
Archivematica and Open Source Software
Published: April 2, 2016 by Anna Maloney
On March 23, Sarah Romkey, the Archivematica Program Manager at Artefactual Solutions, gave an insightful presentation on Archivematica, a free and open-source digital preservation software that provides consistent, system independent Archival Information Packages (AIPs).
International Council on Archives
Published: March 14, 2016 by Anna Maloney
“Archives constitute the memory of nations and of societies, shape their identity, and are a cornerstone of the information society”
KMWorld Magazine
Published: February 8, 2016 by Anna Maloney
On January 31st, KMWorld, a leader in the content, document and knowledge management industries, published an article on knowledge management graduate programs.
The Records of “Making a Murderer”
Published: January 21, 2016 by Anna Maloney
If you have Netflix or a social media account, you have probably heard something about the sensational true crime docuseries Making a Murderer. The Netflix Original Series follows the case of Steven Avery, a Wisconsin man who spent 18 years in prison for rape and attempted murder, but whose conviction was overturned by DNA evidence in 2003.
Archivo Nacional de la Republica de Cuba
Published: November 2, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Earlier this year, the United States restored diplomatic relations with Cuba. To (belatedly) honor this milestone, and in a program-wide effort to engage in an international perspective on archiving, this month’s spotlight is on the Archivo Nacional de le Republica de Cuba (ARNAC).
Notable Archives: Coca-Cola
Published: September 24, 2015 by Anna Maloney
This semester the MARA blog will have a new feature: a monthly spotlight on a notable archives or records center. We will begin with the Coca-Cola Archives located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Interview with UN Chief of Archives and Records Management
Published: September 11, 2015 by Anna Maloney
The Huffington Post recently conducted a fascinating interview with Bridget Sisk, Chief of the United Nations Archives and Records Management Section. In the interview, Bridget discusses the management of the 60,000+ boxes of UN records. My favorite quote:
“I think people usually have this stereotypical view of archives as, sitting in a dusty old basement looking at paper all day, and actually that couldn’t be more further from the truth. We’re very much on the frontline.”
Resources from the Australian Society of Archivists
Published: August 31, 2015 by Anna Maloney
The website of the Australian Society of Archivists (ASA) provides many useful resources for practicing archivists and students in the field.
Digital Asset Management, Artificial Intelligence, and Metadata
Published: August 31, 2015 by Darren Ilett
Ralph Windsor, editor at DAM News, offers a thought-provoking post on artificial intelligence (AI) and metadata cataloging.
Draft of General Records Schedule 6.1
Published: August 10, 2015 by Darren Ilett
Over at Records Express, the official blog of the Office of the Chief Records Officer at the National Archives, Arian Ravanbakhsh announces a draft of the General Records Schedule 6.1.
Study on Phone Apps, Privacy, and Behavior
Published: July 27, 2015 by Darren Ilett
A study conducted at Carnegie Mellon University looked into the use of phone apps and privacy.
Records Management Helps Keep Firefighters and Police Safe
Published: July 20, 2015 by Darren Ilett
A post over at Firehouse describes how Records Management helps firefighters and police stay informed about possibly hazardous conditions when they are called to the scene of a crime.
State Historical Records Advisory Boards Celebrate 40 Years
Published: July 13, 2015 by Darren Ilett
The National Historical Publications & Records Commission (NHPRC) is celebrating 40 years of the State Historical Records Advisory Boards (SHRAB) this year. The SHRAB offer grants to smaller historical societies, museums, libraries, and colleges so that they can preserve their collections and make them accessible.
Selma-to-Montgomery March at the Alabama Department of Archives and History
Published: June 8, 2015 by Darren Ilett
A post at the Montgomery Advertiser site announces the discovery of newly discovered film footage and photos documenting the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery Voting Rights March.
Information Governance, Big Data, and Risk
Published: June 1, 2015 by Darren Ilett
On the TechTarget site, Ben Cole interviews Barclay T. Blair on the topics of Information Governance, big data, and risk. Blair argues that the primary risk with big data is the inability to extract value from it.
Records Management Before and After Email
Published: May 18, 2015 by Darren Ilett
In a blog post from last year, James Lappin, an independent records management consultant and trainer based in the UK, compares records management in corporations before the advent of email with records management today.
Coca-Cola Launches Coke Bottle Virtual Museum
Published: May 7, 2015 by Darren Ilett
Coca-Cola began their Virtual Archives project a few years ago, and this year, as part of their 100th Anniversary of the Coca-Cola bottle celebration, they have updated the experience with a special Coke Bottle Virtual Museum and a free downloadable mobile app.
Considerations for Cleaning up File Shares
Published: April 9, 2015 by Darren Ilett
A post over at CMSWire.com Mimi Dionne offers tips for cleaning up file shares, including ways to deal with duplicate objects; disposing of significant, unique objects; and determining whether to keep, move, delete, or archive.
SAA and the Value of Archives
Published: March 23, 2015 by Darren Ilett
As part of its “Year of Living Dangerously for Archives” initiative, SAA is collecting stories that demonstrate the value of archives.
Clinton and Email Records
Published: March 3, 2015 by Darren Ilett
Take a look at this post over at CNN about Hillary Clinton’s use of email and possible violation of records management practices.