We help organisations in the cultural heritage sector, and beyond, care for their digital collections by providing advice, training and practical support.
Work with us to access services tailored to your organisation, delivered by a team of experts at the forefront of digital preservation practice who understand your sector.
Bespoke digital preservation consultancy services
Whether you need help for a one-off digital preservation issue, support during a project’s life cycle, or something in between, we’ll provide a solution to fit your organisation.
We cover the breadth of digital preservation issues, for example:
- advice on digital archiving standards and required formats
- hands-on support to implement tools and workflows to manage your collections in the longer term
- training and guidance to give you skills and confidence in digital preservation practices
- for larger-scale projects, advice on which platform suits your needs and support during the procurement process
Standards-driven, long-term solutions
Our solutions reflect the latest operational, technical and sector-specific standards, aligning you with the most up-to-date practice.
We also suggest low-cost, community-owned solutions where appropriate. This gives you more control over your data in the long term and avoids potentially costly lock-ins with commercial partners.
Evidence-based training and learning
Our university home means we’re immersed in educational excellence. You’ll be empowered to take your digital preservation practice forward through highly effective training and learning resources.
You’ll also join a community of digital preservation practitioners, with regular updates on best practice and the latest developments in the sector.
Contact us
Get in touch to discuss your digital preservation consultancy needs. Email digitalpreservation@soton.ac.uk.