Digital preservation: Rethinking the future of our history
2021 Virtual Forum | 1 July | 10:00 - 10:30 BST
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What we do today is tomorrow’s history
Every day, there are about 2.5 quintillion bytes of data created. The volume of information and the ever-larger variety of its formats poses new questions when deciding what should be kept and for how long. The world of archiving has evolved and there’s some misconception of what it looks like.
Just before we break for the summer, we’re bringing you a panel of inspiring industry experts, moderated by Sue Trombley, Managing Director of Thought Leadership at Iron Mountain.
On 1 July, at 10:00 - 10:30 BST (11:00 - 11:30 CET) we will be joined by:
- Hamad Abdulla Al Mutairi, Director of Archives Department at the UAE National Archives, and
- Jaana Pinnick, Vice-Chair of the Information and Records Management Society (IRMS).
Our panelists will explore the changing landscape of archive and digital preservation, specifically looking at:
- trends and evolution of the practice,
- the role of cloud and emerging technologies, like AI and machine learning,
- importance of compliance and information security,
- awareness and education of the next generation of history guardians.
Make time to explore the fascinating world of information and data archeology with us.
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Jaana Pinnick
Vice-Chair, Information and Records Management Society (IRMS)
Jaana Pinnick is the current Vice-Chair of the Information and Records Management Society. In her day job, she manages geoscience research data and corporate records at the UKRI British Geological Survey in Nottingham, and she is developing a digital preservation program to manage the digital collections of the National Geoscience Data Centre. Jaana is also a member of the Digital Preservation Coalition Management and Governance Sub-Committee.
Hamad Abdulla Al Mutairi
Director of Archives Department, UAE National Archives
Al Mutairi is the director of the Archives Department at the National Archives of the UAE. He joined the National Archives in 2009. He is an IT professional and enthusiast with practical experience in strategic planning and risk management.
As director of the Archives Department, Al Mutairi supervises the operations of five sections: 1) Government Archives, 2) Historical Archives, 3) Presidential Archives, 4) Electronic Archives, and 5) preservation and restoration.
Archiving technologies and solutions are the main focus of his work in addition to managing strategic projects. He is a member of numerous local and international organizations. Most notably, he is a member of the Programs Committee in the International Council on Archives.
Al Mutairi holds an IT master’s degree in cybersecurity and a bachelor’s degree in computing and information systems.
Moderator: Sue Trombley
Managing Director of Thought Leadership, Iron Mountain
Sue Trombley, Managing Director of Thought Leadership at Iron Mountain, has more than 25 years of information governance consulting experience. Prior to her current role, Trombley led Iron Mountain’s Consulting group responsible for business development, managing a team of subject matter experts, and running large engagements.
Trombley holds a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science and recently was certified as an Information Government Professional. She sits on the AIIM Board, the University of Texas at Austin of School of Information Advisory Council, and as President of the Boston ARMA Chapter. She is Iron Mountain’s representative on the newly formed Information Governance Initiative and is a frequent speaker at association events.
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