From the standpoint of organizing the process, I'll share a few methods I've found useful. When confronted with a complex task involving sequential interrelated steps I'll often get a pack of 3x5 notecards and randomly note the various steps in the process. This can be done over a period of time before the project starts, as ideas come to mind. One doesn't necessarily think of all the steps at one time, so doing this over a period of days can help get a more complete picture of what needs to be done. I then spread the cards out on a table and organize them into a workable sequence. Once sequenced, I'll type the information into a spreadsheet and do any further tweaking as needed. Other information can be added also (timing, personnel, costs, etc.). This can then be used to construct a Gantt chart, where the sequence of a process is graphically plotted. The Gantt chart also allows one to assume contingencies such as sick days, vacations, weather, etc. Complete information on this is available online. I believe there are free templates available also. I would also research case histories of similar projects, but be certain to add the needs that are peculiar to your own situation.
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Vernon Weckbacher
Archivist/Curator
Mission Historical Museum
Mission TX
(956) 580-8646 (104)
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-25-2022 13:26
From: Kirsten Reinhardt
Subject: Collection return form off-site storage
Hello all,
Please share a plan, work-flow chart, or system used to return collections from an off-site storage facility to a newly constructed storage space in a museum. All suggestions, cautions, and recommendations are welcome.
Direct contact: kreinhardt@brucemuseum.org
Thank you all.
Kirsten J. Reinhardt, Collections Associate
Bruce Museum Inc.
1 Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT 06830
www.brucemuseum.org