arsip-indonesia.org: Project showcase, knowledge sharing, and democratized archives
arsip-indonesia.org is a curated project showcase managed by PT Aliz Dinamika, featuring real-world implementations of archival solutions by Indonesian institutions. Every project and data set is published with explicit client consent, ensuring ethical and transparent use of archival materials.
Knowledge sharing: building a collaborative archival community
The portal is designed not just to display projects, but to actively foster knowledge sharing among archival professionals and the public. This is achieved through:
- Open Access to Best Practices: Showcasing how leading institutions manage, digitize, and preserve their collections, providing practical models for others to follow.
- Sharing Workflows and Experiences: Detailed case studies allow other organizations to learn from real implementation challenges and solutions, accelerating collective learning.
- Community Engagement: The platform encourages dialogue and exchange, supporting both formal and informal knowledge transfer in the archival sector.
Democratizing archives: making heritage accessible
arsip-indonesia.org is committed to democratizing access to Indonesia’s archival heritage by:
- Centralizing Diverse Collections: Bringing together materials from multiple institutions, making them accessible to a broader audience.
- Bilingual and Inclusive Design: Supporting both Indonesian and English, and accommodating regional languages and scripts, to reach all segments of society.
- Public Participation: Enabling researchers, students, and the general public to explore, study, and engage with Indonesia’s cultural memory, regardless of location or institutional affiliation.
- Transparency and Consent: Ensuring that all published data is shared with full client approval, respecting privacy and data ownership while broadening access.
The power of MAIS-(M)DWS
MAIS-(M)DWS is a robust platform that elevates the archival experience on arsip-indonesia.org with advanced digital capabilities:
Powerful search and text access
- Full-Text Search: Enables users to search within the content of documents, newspapers, and manuscripts, not just metadata. Search terms are highlighted directly in the text, making it easy to locate relevant information quickly.
- Advanced Filtering: Users can filter search results by collection, material type, date, and custom fields, supporting both broad exploration and precise queries.
- Flexible Sorting: Results can be sorted based on various criteria, such as relevance, date, or collection, enhancing research efficiency.
Broad digital file support
- Multi-Format Compatibility: Supports a wide range of digital file types, including images (JPEG, TIFF, JPEG2000), documents (PDF, XML), audio, and video files. This ensures that all kinds of heritage materials, from photographs to films are accessible and viewable online.
- Integrated Viewer: Features an intuitive viewer for documents and newspapers, allowing users to zoom, rotate, adjust contrast, and download files as needed. OCR-processed documents are fully searchable and navigable
Contact and participation
Institutions interested in featuring their projects, learning more, or joining the knowledge-sharing community can contact PT Aliz Dinamika through the portal.
arsip-indonesia.org stands as a living gallery of Indonesia’s archival excellence. Demonstrating the power of shared knowledge and democratized access to heritage, all managed with integrity and client consent.
