Kopiepunt

Kopiepunt is a Dutch term that literally translates to “copy point” and is used in several contexts to refer to a designated place or mechanism for producing copies. In everyday use, especially within libraries, schools and public services, a kopiepunt typically denotes a physical location or device where users can make photocopies, scans, or printouts of documents. These points may be self-service or staffed and are sometimes integrated with digitization workflows or classroom/media services. Access is usually subject to copyright, privacy and general use rules, and organizations may provide guidance on what may be copied.

In information technology and data management, kopiepunt can describe a point at which copies of data are created, such as a backup point or a snapshot. This concept is part of data protection and disaster recovery practices, ensuring there is a recoverable state of information at a defined moment. In this sense, a kopiepunt supports versioning, archiving and continuity of operations, with appropriate security and access controls.

In organizational workflows, a kopiepunt may refer to a controlled moment for producing copies of critical documents for distribution, compliance, or archival purposes. This usage emphasizes traceability, authorization, and recordkeeping, ensuring that copies match the original and that changes are properly logged.

See also: kopieer, dupliceren, back-up, archivering.