Optimize & Scale

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Improve existing systems and build capacity

Already have an archival system but need to refine it, expand capacity, or secure funding for growth? We help established programs become more efficient, accessible, and sustainable through strategic assessment, staff development, and resource acquisition.

What we do:

Audit and optimize existing records management and archival programs
Improve digital asset management workflows and systems
Write grants and develop funding strategies for archival projects
Plan and curate exhibits from archival collections
Conduct historical research and provide genealogy services
Facilitate strategic planning for archival program development
Design comprehensive training for staff and volunteers
Develop collection development policies and retention schedules
Create public access interfaces and outreach programs

Deliverables typically include: Program assessment reports, grant proposals, strategic plans, retention schedules, training materials, exhibit plans, research reports

Timeline: 1-6 months for most projects; ongoing retainer support available

Good for: Established archives seeking improvement, corporate records programs, organizations pursuing grants, institutions planning exhibits or public programming