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Ontario Government documents repository D-Space pilot project

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Title:

Ontario Government documents repository D-Space pilot project

Author(s):

Rea Devakos, Annemarie Toth-Waddell

Journal:

OCLC Systems & Services

Year:

2008

Volume:

24

Issue:

1

Page:

40 - 47


ISSN:

1065-075X


DOI:

10.1108/10650750810847233

Publisher:

Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Purpose – This paper aims to describe a project to increase access and longevity of electronic government documents.

Design/methodology/approach – The Ontario Legislative Library has partnered with the Ontario Council of University Libraries to extend the longevity and accessibility of electronic government documents using DSpace.

Findings – Digital repository software, such as DSpace, can be used to extend access to, and longevity of, special collections.

Research limitations/implications – The case study may be specific to local practices and the institutions involved.

Practical implications – The consortial approach builds on existing practices to build a cost effective and sustainable service.

Originality/value – Many projects in electronic government document preservation and access require large investments. This project leverages existing practices and resources.

Keywords:

Archives management, Canada, Digital storage, Document management, Government


Article Type:

Case study


Article URL:

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/10650750810847233

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