Inventory and Databases
Inventory and Labeling
Knowing what you have is the first step in preserving it. Pearl Preservation provides comprehensive inventory services for museums, libraries, archives, and private collectors, creating accurate, organized records that support stewardship, insurance, research, and day-to-day collections management. Whether documenting an entire collection or reconciling existing records, we ensure your collection is accounted for and accessible.
CMS Advisor
Choosing or upgrading a Collections Management System (CMS) can be overwhelming. Pearl Preservation offers independent, conservation-informed guidance to help you evaluate software, improve workflows, plan data migrations, and optimize existing databases. We help you select and implement a system that fits your organization's size, budget, and long-term collections goals.
Build Your Database
A well-designed database is more than a digital inventory - it's the foundation of effective collections management. Pearl Preservation builds customized collections databases that are intuitive, organized, and scalable. From creating data standards and record templates to importing legacy information and establishing consistent workflows, we develop systems that make collections information accurate, searchable, and easy to maintain for years to come.