Training on Digital Preservation and Archiving

Many organizations are now mandated to comply with regulations requiring proper digital archiving. This course will help participants ensure that their digital content is preserved in a way that maintains accessibility and usability over time. Whether participants work in government, education, libraries, corporate environments, or any other sector dealing with digital information, the skills gained are applicable across various industries. With practical, real-world case studies and exercises, participants will not only gain theoretical knowledge but also experience hands-on training with digital preservation tools and software.

Participants will learn how to assess, select, and implement digital preservation solutions, and will gain a deeper understanding of the risks associated with digital storage. The course will also address compliance with legal and institutional requirements and how to develop digital preservation policies that align with organizational goals.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

• Archivists, librarians, and records managers.
• IT professionals working in digital content management.
• Curators and museum professionals involved in digital collections.
• Information and data managers in public, private, and non-profit sectors.
• Digital content creators and managers.
• Professionals responsible for compliance and data governance.
• Anyone interested in digital preservation strategies for long-term access and management of digital assets.

Organizational Impact

• The organization can mitigate long-term legal, historical, and business risk by ensuring critical digital information remains usable and verifiable for decades.

• A professional digital preservation program ensures the company meets and exceeds legal and regulatory requirements for data retention and accessibility, thereby avoiding costly penalties.

• By actively protecting its digital intellectual property, the organization safeguards its most valuable assets and ensures their availability for future innovation.

• A strategic approach to archiving reduces long-term storage costs and streamlines the management of vast amounts of digital data.

Personal Impact

• The participant will gain a highly valuable and specialized skill set in a niche but increasingly critical field of information management.

• This expertise is a direct path for career progression into senior leadership roles in records management, IT, and information governance.

• The individual will be able to contribute directly to the long-term viability and legacy of the organization by preserving its digital history.

• The training provides the professional credibility and authority to lead and champion complex, long-term preservation projects.