Description

The digitization laboratories of Made in Heritage are environments designed to integrate the digital transformation of archives and physical catalogs.

Designed according to the specific needs of companies and institutions, the laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art tools for the digital acquisition of archival documents and ensure high standards of quality, data security, and long-term preservation and accessibility.

Features

  • Mass digitization and high-quality acquisition of archival, library, and iconographic materials
  • AI-driven automation: image processing through artificial intelligence algorithms to automate, accelerate, and optimize post-production operations on acquired files
  • Archival unit census: identification and systematic cataloging of analyzed materials for the creation of databases
  • Creation of databases: organization of digitized data into unified systems for consultation, research, and AI-driven generativity
  • Publication and linking of digitized content to the corresponding catalog record on external cataloging platforms (xDams)
  • Creation of METS EcoMic packages
  • OCR processing
  • Automated generation of derivative images

Architecture and Technologies

  • Custom scanners: scanners specifically developed to integrate into dedicated workflows and ensure correct document acquisition
  • MIHA Box: an integrated technology system coordinating scanners, software, and algorithms
  • AI-based algorithms: advanced models used to support mass digitization and automatic file optimization, also from a generative perspective
  • High-capacity storage systems

Advantages

  • Ability to manage internally and autonomously the digitization of library, archival, and documentary heritage
  • Reduction of management time and operational costs thanks to process automation
  • Concrete enhancement of heritage as a strategic asset for cultural institutions and companies

Use Cases

  • Foundations and research institutions
  • Corporate historical archives
  • Corporate museums
  • Digital storytelling projects
  • Mass digitization projects
  • Initiatives for enhancement and public access to historical documentary heritage