Open Source systems and tools at Archives New Zealand

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Open Source systems and tools at Archives New
Zealand

• Kathy Longson
• Digital Sustainability Programme, Archives New
  Zealand

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Over view

• Archives New Zealands history with open source
• Open source digital repository options
• Open source tools
• An implementation experience

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Why open source?

• Cost effective but not free
• Adaptable and flexible
• User supported communities
• Contribution back to a wider community
• Open source and open standards support digital
  continuity
• Enables rapid development

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An open source journey

• Initial open source developments
• Archives New Zealands War Art online
• Continuum website
• Interim Digital Archive
• NRAM (National Register of Archives
  Manuscripts)
• And soon
• Archives New Zealands corporate website

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Some open source digital repository options

• Fedora/Fez
• D Space
• Eprints
• Greenstone
• Kete

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Factors in repository selection

• Complexity
• Flexibility
• Scalability
• Likely customisation cost
• Size and strength of user community

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An open source pick and mix!
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Key considerations lessons

• Some ongoing access to expertise may be
  necessary, to maintain open source systems after
  development
• Software developers who understand your
  organisation are a significant advantage
• Open source wont necessarily be cheaper
• User communities can be a key resource

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Questions?
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