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Providing knowledge management, library automation, and collections management software to corporations, law firms, non-profits, gov agencies, museums & archives worldwide. Amplify knowledge by simplifying information collection, curation & discovery.
How can museums build revenue beyond grants without drifting from their mission? To find out, join Rachael Cristine Woody on Weds, Sept 30 @ 11 am PT / 2 pm ET for a new webinar on the rise of “museopreneurs” and the new museum business model.

#Museums #MuseumTech

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September 24, 2026 at 7:22 PM
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Questions for the KM Mentor Series: I have been writing a series of posts for @lucideacore.bsky.social in which I offer advice on the practice of knowledge management. I would appreciate your help in supplying questions for me to answer. sikm.groups.io/g/main/topic... #KM #KnowledgeManagement #SIKM
September 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Join us tomorrow, Aug 26th, to discover how museums can boost patronage and revenue with their CMS by:
- Inspiring new acquisitions
- Crowdsourcing metadata and driving membership
- Facilitating loans, sales, and adoption-style giving

Sign up now to save your seat! 👇 lucidea.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
August 25, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Museum expert Rachael Woody shares how crowdsourcing metadata (using your collections management system and public portal) turns passive visitors into active co-authors.

Read more on the Think Clearly blog: lucidea.com/blog/the-co-...

#Museums #CollectionsManagement #DigitalCollections #MuseumTech
The Co-Authored Museum: Crowdsourced Metadata Drives Patronage
How museums use collections management systems and crowdsourcing to invite audiences to co-author the catalog, deepening engagement, patronage & grant funding.
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August 14, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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My latest blog post for Lucidea @lucideacore.bsky.social - The KM Mentor, Part 4: Five Key Knowledge Management Practices lucidea.com/blog/km-ment... #KM #KnowledgeManagement
The KM Mentor, Part 4: Five Key KM Practices | Lucidea
Five practices every knowledge management program should adopt, from Stan Garfield, including reusing proven practices, building community, and great UX.
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August 14, 2026 at 2:25 PM
AI is great at sounding authoritative, even when it's not.

That’s why information professionals who understand authority, nuance, and context are more valuable than ever.

Clare Bilobrk breaks down the simple verification habits every information professional needs.

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AI Verification Habits for Information Professionals
AI systems can produce convincing answers quickly, making information professionals who understand authority, nuance, and context are more valuable than ever.
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June 8, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Calling all museum professionals! Join us April 29 @ 11 am PT / 2 pm ET for "The Partnership Blueprint for a Collaborative Museum Discovery Portal," Rachael Woody's new webinar exploring how discovery portals can support shared collection discovery.

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April 23, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Join Margot Note's new webinar for archivists on Jan 21 at 11am ET / 2pm PT! She'll cover lessons from her new book, including planning for long-term growth, defining your archives' direction, using SWOT analysis and SMART goals & budgeting as strategy.

Register now! lucidea.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 20, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Join Lauren Hays on Weds, Sept 17 @ 11am PT / 2pm ET for "AI Prompt Engineering: Practical Tips for Special Librarians" 🤖

You'll learn prompt engineering tips that will help you generate better AI output.

Don’t miss out—register now to save your seat! 📅

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September 11, 2025 at 7:27 PM
There's so much to learn about AI—especially when it comes to its implications & applications for librarians.

Lauren Hays spoke with Brady D. Lund, author of "Artificial Intelligence for Libraries," about why librarians need to understand and embrace AI.

Check out the full interview on our blog!
Interview: Author Brady Lund on Artificial Intelligence for Libraries
Discover insights from Brady Lund, author of Artificial Intelligence for Libraries, on AI’s impact, ethics, and practical uses for library professionals.
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August 28, 2025 at 10:13 PM
⏰ There's still time to register! Join museum consultant Rachael Woody on Aug 27th at 11am P / 2pm ET for her brand new new webinar: "The Challenges to Plan for When Launching a Digital Storytelling Program."

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#MuseumStories #DigitalStorytelling
August 26, 2025 at 7:34 PM
How can museums translate their collections and exhibits into engaging online stories? Join Rachael Woody on Aug 27 at 11am PT / 2pm ET for a practical new session: "The Challenges to Plan for When Launching a Digital Storytelling Program."
Register now to sign up! 👇
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August 21, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Emotional engagement is an vital but often overlooked aspect of archival design. By basing design choices in empathy, trauma-informed practice, & narrative connection, archives can foster meaningful experiences & transform how users relate to the past.

Learn more from Margot Note 🔗👇

#Archives #UX
July 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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My latest blog post for @lucideacore.bsky.social - Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leaders Part 118 - Etienne Wenger-Trayner lucidea.com/blog/km-lead... #KM #KMers #KnowledgeManagement #ThoughtLeaders #CommunitiesOfPractice
Knowledge Management Thought Leader Etienne Wenger-Trayner
Discover the work and writing of social learning theorist Etienne Wenger-Trayner, as curated by Stan Garfield.
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June 20, 2025 at 10:04 AM
In this interview, librarians and co-authors Hannah Gascho Rempel and Maribeth Slebodnick discuss their book "Creating Online Tutorials: A Practical Guide for Librarians" and offer tips for creating engaging, learner-centered tutorials for different settings.

#SpecialLibrarians #OnlineTutorials
Interview on Creating Online Tutorials: A Practical Guide for Librarians
Authors Hannah Gascho Rempel and Maribeth Slebodnick on how Creating Online Tutorials: A Practical Guide for Librarians helps librarians design tutorials.
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June 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Archival transcription isn’t just a helpful add-on—it’s a foundational practice for accessible, ethical archival design.

Transcription enhances accessibility by turning static records into searchable, inclusive resources.

Learn more from Margot Note!👇

#AccessibleArchives #ArchivalDesign
The Role of Transcription in Archival Accessibility
Transcription enhances archival accessibility for all types of users, by turning static records into searchable, inclusive resources.
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June 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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My latest blog post for @lucideacore.bsky.social - Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leaders Part 117 - David Weinberger lucidea.com/blog/km-lead... #KM #KMers #KnowledgeManagement #ThoughtLeaders
Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leader David Weinberger
Discover the impact of author and speaker David Weinberger, whose work focuses on how technology AI and technology is changing the way we organize ideas.
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June 13, 2025 at 10:55 AM
It's hard to believe the Special Library Association's final conference is kicking off this weekend. While we're excited to attend and can't wait to see everyone at the event, we acknowledge the collective sense of uncertainty felt by many SLA members and the wider special librarian community.
June 6, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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My latest blog post for @lucideacore.bsky.social - Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leaders Part 116 - Chun Wei Choo lucidea.com/blog/km-lead... #KM #KMers #KnowledgeManagement #ThoughtLeaders
Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leader Chun Wei Choo
Explore Chun Wei Choo’s work on organizational knowledge, sense-making, and decision-making in this KM thought leader profile.
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June 6, 2025 at 12:43 PM
"Organizations with access to unique data resources—and the skills to leverage AI to extract value from these resources—will benefit through substantial competitive advantages." -Dr. De Saulles, author of The AI and Data Revolution.

See his predictions for AI + its impact on information management.
Interview with Author Dr. De Saulles: AI and the Data Revolution
An interview with Dr. Martin De Saulles, author of The AI and Data Revolution, on the impact of AI on information management.
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May 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Want to see how museums use 3D tours to deepen engagement? Join us on Weds, May 28, 11 am PDT / 2 pm EDT for a free #MuseumWebinar!

Museum expert Rachael Woody will explore 3D and virtual tours with examples from Mused and Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East.

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May 23, 2025 at 4:45 PM
In this edition of Lucidea's Lens, Stan Garfield shines a spotlight on Eric Tsui—an educator, consultant, and knowledge management expert who has helped shape the global conversation on KM and digital learning.

🔎 Learn more about Eric on the Think Clearly blog!

#KM #DigitalLeaning #PersonalKM
Lucidea’s Lens: Knowledge Management Thought Leader Eric Tsui
Discover the work of Eric Tsui—educator, consultant, and KM expert—in digital knowledge networks, personal knowledge management, and communities of practice.
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May 16, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Step inside the Tomb of Queen Meresankh III!

Museum expert Rachael Woody explores how Mused uses 3D tours and virtual tools—including interactive “hot spots”—to create an immersive experience for online visitors.

#MuseumAccess #SharingHistory #VirtualMuseums

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3D Virtual Tour Example: “Hot Spots” in the Tomb of Queen Meresankh
Explore how 3D virtual tours bring ancient history to life with Mused.com’s interactive exhibit of Queen Meresankh III’s tomb.
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May 15, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Access to archival materials is essential for research, education & community engagement.

#Archivists can do their part to improve access by:

1️⃣ Creating user-friendly #findingaids
2️⃣ Digitizing high-demand collections
3️⃣ Adopting inclusive practices
4️⃣ Addressing physical barriers

Learn more! 🔗👇
How to Improve User Access to Archival Materials | Lucidea
Learn practical strategies for improving user access to archival materials through inclusive practices, digitization, and user-friendly finding aids.
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May 14, 2025 at 6:11 PM