OAIS Model

The OAIS (Open Archival Information System) model is a framework for preserving digital information over time. It outlines how digital data should be stored, maintained, and made accessible so future users can understand and use it, even as technology changes. It involves processes like ingesting data, managing and maintaining it, and providing access. The model also defines roles and responsibilities to ensure information remains authentic and usable long-term. Think of it as a set of best practices for ensuring digital records, from documents to multimedia, are preserved reliably for future generations.