ESSArch
ESSArch is based on OAIS (Open Archival Information System, ISO 14721:2003) and further on developed to include both PreIngest and PreAccess functions, Storage Methodes and flexibility to add any metadata standard required. The main conceptual functions are based on traditional archiving preservation processes.
Supported specifications
ESSArch supports the specifications used by the National Archives of Sweden (FGS) and Norway we also have strong support for the EARK-specifications which we also have contributed to.
- Pre-IngestPreIngest is the function used to prepare packages for delivery according to Submission Agreement. Unstructured information becomes structured.
- IngestIngest provides services for receiving submission information packages (SIP), quality checks and preparation for delivery of archival information packages (AIP) to storage infrastratucture.
- Archival StorageESSArch offers the possibility to use multiple storage methods and supports different storage technology for example Disk, Tape and S3.
- Data managementESSArch offers a complete solutions for archival collections management. It adheres to ICA standards (ISAAR-CPF, ISAD-G, ISDF) and has functionality for managing accessions, locations, classifications and preservation planning of archival holdings.
- AccessAccess provides services for receiving and resolving inquiries from Consumers. It fetches Archival Information Packages (AIP) and creates Dissemination Information Packages (DIP) if required and performes quality checks before delivery to PreAccess function.
