Feature Article: Preparing for your Move to a Digital Asset Management System


As part of our series on DAM Migration, Chief Customer Office at ResourceSpace parent company Montala, James Rein, has contributed an article offering a series of practical tips, insights and considerations when moving to a new DAM system.  Whether it’s your organisation’s first foray into Digital Asset Managament, or you’re upgrading from an existing system, James covers numerous topics including the selection process, making use of free trials, questions to ask vendors, and common mistakes to look out for.

Start with a comprehensive audit of your current digital assets and management processes to identify gaps and requirements. Whether you’re getting your first DAM, or moving to a different system, this is the perfect opportunity to get everything in good shape so you’re not taking a load of driftwood with you.” [Read More]

The article breaks down the key stages of migration and covers everything from auditing and pruning your existing content and ensuring you have an effective metadata management strategy, through to migration methods, common export and import formats, using an API, and tips for setting up and configuring your new DAM system.  A concise and comprehensive resource for anyone tasked with moving to a new DAM.

You can read the full article at the link below.

https://digitalassetmanagementnews.org/features/preparing-for-your-move-to-a-digital-asset-management-system/

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