This article reflects on the revised ISO 11799 standard, highlighting its sustainability aspects and climate specifications for archival materials.
Recently, ISO 11799 was revised, a process that entailed vigorous discussion concerning one of the major standards for the preservation of paper-based archival and library collections. This article reflects on the structure and background of the new ISO 11799, paying special attention to national and international contexts and to the standard’s key issues of sustainability and specifications for climate condition. A case study highlights its functionality.
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