Success Story - Nederlands Openluchtmuseum

The benefits: why WoodWing Assets?

NOM needed an image database that was up-to-date and easy to link to various systems. WoodWing Assets proved to be the answer: an advanced search system that allows you to find exactly what you need, guided by search terms and filters. No more time-consuming searches through all kinds of directories, but a streamlined experience where you find what you need quickly and efficiently.

The challenge: what was needed?

The museum needed a DAM system that could handle a large-scale and diverse amount of content: photos, videos, presentations, and more. This need stemmed in part from the fact that different departments (Marketing, Education, and Collections Management) needed regular access to various multimedia content. Efficient management and quick access were therefore essential criteria.

Evaluation: implementation and collaboration with Qonqord

The existing management system, Adlib, already described over 150,000 museum objects and 300,000 photographs, books and other documents. However, the museum's high resolution content required a specialized system, resulting in a search that eventually led to the implementation of WoodWing Assets. Qonqord played a crucial role in this process: they helped connect systems, organize existing images, and introduce a new way of thinking about content management.

Results: what did it achieve?

The implementation of WoodWing Assets has led to impressive results. For example, folder work has been eliminated, image meta-data has been standardized, and the speed of the system is a vast improvement. Using Assets, all content is now centrally stored and easily retrievable; moreover, it can handle large amounts of data. The future looks bright for NOM, with WoodWing Assets as their primary repository for high resolution content and other collection materials.

Conclusion

For the Dutch Open Air Museum, WoodWing Assets has proven to be a golden opportunity. In the coming years, the system will continue to play a crucial role in their operations. They are therefore very grateful to Qonqord for their contribution to this success.