We use the Events module to track research visits and class use
of objects, and any other odd event that involves specific objects. We had to
come up with a naming convention for the events to make them sort how we like,
but so far it is working. It seems this module hasn’t been fleshed out
as well as the rest, and some fields don’t work as you would expect them
to. We’re basically putting in event names, dates and a brief
description along with a list of objects, and the module works fine for that.
Angela Steinmetz, Head Registrar
Smart Museum of Art
From: The Museum System
(TMS) Users [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Debbie
McDonnell
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2010 6:33 AM
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Subject: Logging object related activity like Press Releases and
Merchandise
Does anyone use TMS to
track activities relating to objects
in your collection, such as press releases, use in merchandise, use in staff presentations or
events?
If so, which module do you use to document
such activity? The Bibliography or the Events modules seem the most logical
– but would be grateful for any breakdown
of which module you use for what.
Many thanks
Debbie
Debbie
McDonnell
Documentation
Manager
The
Art Fund
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