PREMISmetatietomallia

PREMISmetatietomallia refers to a conceptual model for metadata about digital preservation. It was developed by the Library of Congress and is designed to be a comprehensive and flexible framework for describing the actions, agents, objects, and rights associated with the preservation of digital objects. The model aims to provide a shared understanding of preservation metadata, facilitating interoperability between different preservation systems and organizations.

The PREMISmetatietomallia consists of several core entities. These include the Object, which represents the digital entity being preserved, and the Preservation Event, which records an action taken on the object. Agents are described as the entities (human or software) that perform these actions. Rights are also a crucial component, covering intellectual property rights and administrative policies.

The model is structured to capture a wide range of information necessary for ensuring long-term access to digital materials. This includes technical details about the object's format and structure, as well as information about its provenance, integrity, and administrative context. By standardizing the way preservation metadata is represented, PREMISmetatietomallia supports the development of robust digital preservation strategies and workflows. It is widely adopted and influential in the digital preservation community.