Chapter 4. Policy Writing and Engaging Stakeholders

Abstract

Chapter 4 of Library Technology Reports (vol. 55, no. 6), “Planning and Implementing a Sustainable Digital Preservation Program,” focuses on turning your assessments and goals into a digital preservation policy and a business case for a digital preservation program. The policy section includes a sample outline with examples of potential language to include. The business case section includes strategies for engaging with stakeholders on many different levels, with potential discussion points for educating them about digital preservation.