Detaljregistre

Detaljregistre is a term used in information management to refer to a detailed register that records granular information for each entry. The term appears in Scandinavian-language literature, combining detalj (detail) and registre (register). In practice, a detaljregistre emphasizes depth of metadata and traceability beyond basic catalog records.

Core features include a stable unique identifier for every item, timestamps for creation and modification, and a structured set of descriptive attributes. Each entry may capture provenance, physical or digital characteristics, measurements, condition, version history, and links to related records or broader concepts. Data quality indicators and access controls are commonly incorporated to support accuracy and governance.

Applications include archives, museums, libraries, scientific data repositories, manufacturing and supply chain systems, and digital asset management. The approach supports advanced queries, provenance reconstruction, and reproducibility of research or operations. When implemented, detaljregistre often aligns with metadata standards and schemas such as Dublin Core, MARC, FRBR, or domain-specific models, and uses controlled vocabularies and persistent identifiers like DOIs or UUIDs.

Challenges include maintaining schema stability across updates, ensuring consistency across collections, managing privacy-sensitive fields, and balancing detail with performance. Effective implementation typically involves clear governance, documented field definitions, and integration with broader catalogs or registries to enable interoperability.