Complex Projects Without Stagnant Hours.
From leading a team of 30 people 3D scanning the Taj Mahal to helping 75-year-olds with a burning passion for their collection, we recognise that our help is appreciated and sometimes needed.
Pre-digitisation services
INFORMATION CLASSIFICATION
Classification and archiving guidelines structure for analogue Information.
FLOW DESIGN FOR DIGITIZATION PROCESSES
Creation of complete flow designs for digitization processes.
FLOW DESIGN FOR DATA TRANSMISSION
Set up data flow processes for secure data transfer on-prem and in the cloud to other locations.
FINANCIAL RESOURCE PLAN
Creation of a strategic plan for the use of financial resources in the archives.
MANUALS FOR DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT
Creation of manuals for document management, including: a, Secure Document Disposal: A Guide to Safe and Responsible Handling; b, Development of document management instruments; c, Diagnosis of security requirements of information systems in accordance with national and international legislations (like the ISO 14721); d, Usability research on information systems with recommendations.
Digitisation services
DIGITIZATION
A wide network of experts on digitization from many types of analogue content. See overview of our digitization services for more details. We have experience with digitizing any type of media, from traditional paper and analogue audiovisual content to complex 3D models of Taj Mahal.
DESIGN OF METADATA TEMPLATES
We can support the creation of metadata templates to be ingested in piqlConnect – based on international standards and for complex material.
EXTRACTION AND GENERATION OF METADATA
We help extract metadata from your media and can generate new and richer metadata to enhance the future search capabilities. The metadata can be administrative, descriptive, technical or preservation metadata and we support extraction and generation of all.
AI SEARCH AND EXTRACTION OF METADATA FROM FILES
Through digitization projects we have gained experience in extraction of metadata from digitized files with both machine text and handwritten text to be ingested into a digital archive for more advanced search. We have also started applying several AI techniques in search of both digitized and electronically created datasets to enhance the usability and search capacities in our software.
CHAIN OF CUSTODY
We can help analyze the chain of custody of your workflows and how to track this information through the life cycle and the digitization process.
Post-digitisation and Born Digital Services
DIGITAL COLLECTION ASSESSMENT
Assess the state of the digital collections, what needs to be done and what metadata is available.
DATA INGEST
Wide range of experience in creating data models for data ingest from different kind of data sources, both digitized and electronically born data. Through client projects like Norwegian Health Archive, eArchiving Engineering and the Archiver project we have worked with both simple and complex data formats and adjusted the data model to fit legal and technical requirements to ensure a simple ingest process that meets the requirement for validation and data integrity.
DATA VALIDATION
We have created several tools, both open-source and proprietary to validate the submission of various data formats, including complex 3D models and patient journals with adjacent information in databases.
DATA EXCHANGE
We have created workflows for data exchange from external data providers within the Norwegian government to a secure offline repository.
INTEROPERABILITY OF THE DATA
We offer analysis and adjustments of interoperability of the data.
MIGRATION OF DATA
We can do the migration of data from different systems.
DATA STRUCTURE AND TAXONOMY
Can help you structure your information and create a taxonomy of your information, including databases.
FILE FORMAT NORMALIZATION
We offer to do normalization of your files to recommended archival formats.
FILE FORMAT CONVERSION
We can help convert files from different codecs to audiovisual archival masters.
DESIGN OF DIGITAL PRESERVATION STRATEGIES AND PRESERVATION PLANNING
Creating complete digital preservation strategy for the public and private organizations.
DIGITAL DATA PRESERVATION MODELLING
Based on the document management and electronic archive policies, we can help develop a digital data preservation model through four main activities: 1. Interviews with stakeholders: 2. Basic research: Knowledge of what is being done in other countries or related institutions is essential in order not to repeat work, especially in an area in which sustainability is largely guaranteed with the use of accepted norms and standards. 3. Planning of preservation scenarios. 4. Definition of the digital preservation infrastructure. Finally, a series of recommendations will be established on the technological infrastructure on which the model should be applied.
DATA MANAGEMENT FOR THE AUDIOVISUAL INDUSTRY
A wide range of management services for audiovisual content includes extraction of metadata, catalogues, conversions...
AUTOMATION WITH PIQLHIVE
We offer a Service Platform: streamlining workflow processes that removes complexity, maximises performance and helps automate your information management flow from any type of data source for effective preservation actions.
DIGITAL ARCHIVE
We can help create the digital archive or assess the process of current digital archives.
DEVELOPMENT AND CUSTOMIZATION OF DIGITAL PRESERVATION MODULES
We have expertise in development of specific modules for ingest, validation, workflow management, insight, and access modules from traditional archives, as well as health-related and industrial archives.
DEVELOPMENT AND CUSTOMIZATION OF DIGITAL PRESERVATION SYSTEMS
We have experience working open-source programs such as Archivematica, ENDURO, RODA and others.
EARCHIVING
Experience in European eArchiving framework, including both the specifications for Common Specification for Information Packages (CSIP), the Content Information Type Specifications (CITS) for ERMS, Health and databases (SIARD) as well as how to create conform workflows to fit these specifications.
OPPORTUNITIES TO APPLY DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES
AI, blockchain, etc. We can help navigate in the field of AI and blockchain and AI and connect with solutions and technologies used for archiving.
STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATION
We have competence on how to be compliant to leading standards of digital preservation. ISO 14721, PREMIS, METS, eArchiving and other.
Information security services
RISK AND VULNERABILITY ANALYSIS
Gain a comprehensive understanding of your organisation's cyber security risks through our in-depth assessments. We identify potential threats, evaluate vulnerabilities in your systems and processes, and assess the potential impact of security breaches. Most importantly, we help you identify your key data and information assets that are essential to the continuity of your business - and rapid recovery after an IT security incident.
DEVELOPMENT AND REVIEW OF A SECURITY FRAMEWORK
Building a solid foundation is essential for effective IT security management. We help set up a comprehensive information security framework tailored to your organisation's needs. This framework, which complies with the globally recognised ISO 27001 standard, includes an incident management policy, information security policy, backup policy and more.
INCIDENT RESPONSE PLANNING
We understand the importance of a fast and effective response when an IT security incident occurs. Our services include the development of a robust incident response plan, effective recovery plans, clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and procedures for handling incidents. This ensures that threats are quickly averted, and your most critical data is rapidly recovered after an incident, promoting a culture of security awareness.
SECURITY ARCHITECTURE REVIEW
Uncover vulnerabilities in your IT infrastructure and applications through a thorough examination of your security architecture. Our experts will assess your systems, identify weaknesses, and make recommendations to strengthen your IT security.
SUPPLIER RISK MANAGEMENT
Minimise potential cybersecurity risks associated with third-party suppliers through our rigorous quality assurance processes. We help you manage and minimise vendor-related risks to protect your sensitive and critical data.
PENETRATION TESTING
Simulates real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities in your network infrastructure and other critical systems, protecting your most vital data.
Every Case Has a Solution. Together, We Will Find a Way.
As experts in long-term storage and digital preservation, Piql has worked with our global network of partners on digitisation, archiving and storage projects around the world. This network supports both simple and complex projects. As your project manager, Piql will manage your data securely and in accordance with international standards.