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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to describe the use of XML formatted data unit (XFDU) technology to implement OAIS‐based information packaging in the CASPAR project.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper outlines new tools and techniques in working with XFDU for the purpose of preserving complex digital information.
Findings
The preservation of digital assets was facilitated by using the features of XFDU in the CASPAR project.
Practical implications
The paper is of interest to those responsible for the archival or long term preservation of digital assets.
Originality/value
The paper demonstrates new tools and techniques, which together provide an integrated system suitable for solving complex issues of preserving digital assets using information packaging.
© Emerald Group Publishing Limited
2010
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