Our Microfilm articles are designed to provide you with useful information for microfilm scanning and digitization projects.
Are you thinking about doing a microfilm or microfiche scanning project, but don't know how much material you have? This article describes some simple ways to get a count of your microfilm, microfiche, and aperture card collections so that you know the size of your project.
Before jumping into a digital scanning and conversion project, you'll want to know that there's a good reason to do it. In this article we give you some advantages that digitization provides over the status quo.
In this article we describe three of the ways we securely transport our client's microfilm: Shipping / Mail, Ground Transportation, and an Air / Ground Combo. Which one will you choose?
Getting ready to start a microfilm scanning project? Use our "TIPs" to get your film ready to scan! Triage, Inventory, Pack, and you're ready to go.
Do you ever wonder if your microfilm is holding up properly? Take a few minutes to learn about microfilm degradation and how to identify three common signs that you may have a deterioration issue.
Thinking about scanning your microfilm? Worried about spending too much? There are many low-cost options available, but are they right for you? Before getting in touch with a scanning company (even us), take a quick break and read our article to see if price is really your pain point.
Your project is unique, and that's why you deserve a custom-built digital conversion process flow to make your project a success. Check out our article to see what goes into a custom process flow and why it's important to your project.
Digital conversion projects can be tricky, and we have some thoughts that we believe you should see and understand as you choose your conversion partner. We’ve broken them out into what you should and should not expect during your digital conversion project.
5 steps we recommend to make your microfilm scanning project a success: 1) using a phased approach, 2) creating the index structure, 3) identifying primary contacts, 4) setting expectations, and 5) understanding your material.
Check out the four steps to start a microfilm scanning project: 1) figure out what you have, 2) figure out what you want to do, 3) decide how you want to do it, and 4) do it!
