kokoelmanhallinnan
kokoelmanhallinnan, or collection management in English, refers to the systematic process of acquiring, organizing, preserving, and disseminating items that make up a collection, which can include books, artworks, archives, digital resources, and other cultural or informational assets. The primary goal is to maintain and enhance the value, accessibility, and longevity of the collection for users such as researchers, students, and the general public.
Historically, collection management evolved alongside the development of libraries and museums. Early practices focused on cataloguing
Key components of kokoelmanhallinnan include acquisition strategy, description and classification, preservation planning, digitisation, and user services.
Technological advancements continue to shape kokoelmanhallinnan. Integrated library systems (ILS) and collection management software now offer