Ferriero chronicles NARA’s declassification, digitization challenges

May 16, 2012 by PTFS Staff

While a great deal of diligence is required on behalf of corporate records managers, the scope of their responsibilities likely pales in comparison to those of National Archives and Records Administration chief archivist David Ferriero. In a recent speaking engagement at Dartmouth College, the government executive discussed the challenges of balancing such distinct priorities as secured declassification... [more]

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Geospatial solutions driving Canadian innovation

May 15, 2012 by PTFS Staff

It may only have been a matter of time before a country as rich in natural resources and vast in territory as Canada realized the full potential of geospatial solutions in driving domestic innovations. Government officials were on hand at this year's 2012 Global Geospatial Conference, conveniently held in Quebec City, to discuss the North American nation's ongoing relationship with geospatial... [more]

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Digitization helps Canadian university preserve, promote local culture

May 11, 2012 by PTFS Staff

The University of British Columbia recently revealed that it has now generated more than $1 million in funding for a digitization project intended to preserve the cultural history of local communities and share their stories with audiences around the world. The British Columbia History Digitization Program launched by the university provides matching funds for local citizens and institutions who would... [more]

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Geospatial solutions helping doctors manage diabetes treatments

May 10, 2012 by PTFS Staff

Despite all of the impressive advances that have taken place in the American medical community in recent years, geography continues to be a primary obstacle to quality care for many citizens. With that in mind, two leading university hospitals will be allocating portions of a $9.8 million healthcare innovation grant toward geospatial technologies that facilitate the delivery of improved services to... [more]

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Sustainable document management systems require business alignment

May 9, 2012 by PTFS Staff

As digital developments like social collaboration, cloud computing and exponential data growth converge, many companies are deciding that now is the time to reconfigure or refresh their electronic document management systems. But before setting these plans in motion, executives would do well to take a broader view of their business goals to ensure the sustainability of new technology. According to... [more]

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