Demystify DAM

Straight talk on DAM strategy, implementation, and the decisions that actually matter — from consultants who work in it every day.

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DAM Governance Has a Branding Problem

When digital asset management is done right, it gives teams easy access to the best, brand-safe content they need and creates smooth workflows.
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Taxonomy Design

Taxonomy is a system of organization, usually represented by a hierarchical list of controlled terms. If that's still a little fuzzy, don't worry, that's why we wrote this blog. Let's break it down.
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3 Key Factors For a Successful DAM

Every Digital Asset Management (DAM) system is different, but there are three key factors that contribute to every successful DAM: Reuse, Accessibility, and Preservation.
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How to Choose a DAM Platform: A Vendor-Agnostic Guide

A practical, vendor-neutral guide to choosing the right DAM platform. Learn what questions to ask, what features actually matter, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

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DAM vs. MAM… vs. VAM?

VAM stands for Video Asset Management, and – although we all love a good acronym – you might wonder how VAM differs from MAM/DAM.
DAM OPTIMIZATION

Why you should regularly optimize your DAM

Optimizing your digital asset management (DAM) system can ensure that it increases productivity and saves time for your team.
DAM HOSTING

Digital Asset Hosting Options for Your Business

If you're looking for the best digital asset hosting option for your business, Aldis has the answers!
LEGACY MEDIA

Understanding and Averting Legacy Media Deterioration

Your physical media holds priceless institutional, aesthetic, and sentimental value, which is why it must be protected against the inevitable deterioration of a physical format.
MANAGING MEDIA

Preserve Your Legacy Media Now

Physical media is deteriorating and will soon be lost forever. Are you prepared?
EDUCATION

What is ETL and how can it streamline your DAM?

What is ETL? ETL stands for “Extract, Transform, Load” and refers to a data integration strategy and workflow that brings together data, content, and assets from different systems or database.
DAM MAINTENANCE

Maintaining Your DAM for Long-Term Success

A digital asset management (DAM) system is only as good as its usefulness. Follow our advice to keep yours optimized!
Teamwork

Building an Effective DAM Team

To maximize your digital asset management system (DAM) it is vital to build a great DAM team with great DAM project management.
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DAM vs. MAM: What's the Difference?

What's the difference between DAM (digital asset management) & MAM (media asset management)? Our experts can tell you!
EVENTS

What We Learned at Henry Stewart NY

In mid-October, two of our Librarians had the opportunity to attend the Henry Stewart DAM 2022 conference in New York City. This is what we learned.
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What is Library and Information Science?

A proper understanding of library & information science is vital to creating and maintaining an effective digital asset management (DAM) system.
DAM Governance

DAM Governance: Why It Matters

Ensure the long-term success of your digital asset management system with proper DAM governance. Learn the tips from our team!
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Metadata 101

Metadata 101. Learn the basics of metadata from the experienced DAM experts at Aldis Systems. We have digital asset management tips to help you.
DAM Technology

Is ZFS Storage Right for Your DAM?

What is ZFS? Should you use ZFS vs. raid from other hardware? Learn from the experts at Aldis for your DAM storage needs.