Jeff,

 

As a quick answer - I would say TMS Components should be used when
digital works are copied to various forms of backup media. For example,
if a digital video file exists on a hard drive as well as backup DVDs,
each of these physical objects (disks) can be considered "carriers" of
the original work of art, which can exist in more than one place by its
digital nature. The physical location of each of the carriers should
then be tracked through separate component records, each of which has
its own metadata and location history.

 

I think your question touches on digital preservation and may warrant a
dialogue beyond the listserv. Would anyone be interested in
participating in a GoToMeeting conference call/web presentation to
discuss it with others? We would be happy to host and moderate such a
discussion if there is interest.

 

Best,

 

Jay

 

Jay Hoffman, CEO

Gallery Systems

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New York, NY 10001

 

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From: The Museum System (TMS) Users [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Martin, Jeffrey
Sent: Wednesday, May 06, 2009 9:35 AM
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Subject: Location for digital works

 

Is anyone using TMS yet to track the location of works that exist as
digital files (i.e., computer or video artworks delivered by an artist
as files?) At the moment, we have a few works that were delivered on
various forms of hard drive, and as long as they reside there, it's not
difficult to track them, in theory. When works are moved onto other
drives, servers, etc., that are not dedicated-that's what I'm starting
to think about. Any suggestions are welcome.

Best,

Jeff Martin

Contract Conservator
Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden