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Documentary Collection Processing and Enhancement Department

Collection Processing & Maintenance Service

This service handles the technical processing of the documentary collection including cataloging, classification and indexing, as well as the conservation and maintenance of collections according to established library standards

Documentary Collection Processing

39,122+

catalogued titles

141,445+

copies in the collection

140,736+

RFID-tagged copies

10

main Dewey classes

Service Missions

The service carries out several essential missions ensuring the proper technical processing and conservation of the documentary collection

Descriptive & Subject Cataloging

Preparation of bibliographic records according to the international MARC21 standard, creating descriptive and subject catalog entries for all acquired materials

Classification & Indexing

Classification of the documentary collection using the Dewey Decimal Classification system and content indexing using standardized subject headings to facilitate information access

Physical Conservation of Collections

Ensuring proper physical conservation of the documentary collection by providing appropriate storage conditions including temperature, humidity and suitable lighting

Restoration & Binding

Restoration of damaged documents and books, rebinding to extend their lifespan and ensure continued use by readers

Inventory & Statistics

Conducting periodic inventories of the documentary collection, verifying conformity with records, and preparing statistics and reports on collection movement

Digitization & Electronic Preservation

Digitization of rare documents, manuscripts and heritage collections to ensure their electronic preservation and provide digital copies for researchers

A document’s journey, from delivery to shelf

Four stages that make sure every book reaches readers catalogued, classified and ready to use

  1. 1

    Receiving and registering

    Acquired or donated items are received, entered in the inventory register and given a serial number

  2. 2

    Cataloguing

    A MARC21 bibliographic record is created and added to the online catalogue

  3. 3

    Classification and indexing

    A Dewey Decimal call number and subject headings are assigned

  4. 4

    Processing and shelving

    Labels and an RFID tag are applied, then the item is shelved and made available in the catalogue

In the library structure

Where this service sits in the structure

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