NEWS

Trove has grown far beyond its original purpose giving many people a sense of community….More

Trying to navigate through an uncertain future? Moving your collections online is becoming increasingly necessary to maintain community engagement in this changing world. Access to information and a sense of community are vital during this difficult time….More

We understand the complexity of accessing hardcopy material while working remotely, therefore DatacomIT is offering a rapid turnaround for all digitisation work as we have EOFY capacity. Alternatively, if you wish to undertake your own digitisation work, DatacomIT is equipped to assist you with both equipment and support….More

DatacomIT is delighted to have been chosen by the NLA to digitise over 10,000 microfilm reels ….More

Richard Wilson, Eamonn Donohoe and the team at DatacomIT thank you for taking the time to visit our stand at VALA2020 held in Melbourne last week  ….More

As a valued VALA2020 delegate, DatacomIT together with VALA invite you to an exclusive tour of DatacomIT’s Specialised Digital Preservation Studio. An educational tour showcasing the latest equipment in digitisation and why it’s important to secure the past for the future ….More

DatacomIT is proud to be exhibiting and hosting an event at VALA2020, held at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre 11-13 February, 2020 – Focus on the Future. The leading library technology conference and exhibition in our region. Complimentary passes available….More

The team at DatacomIT wishes you peace, joy and prosperity throughout the coming year. As we look back upon the past year, we would like to acknowledge those who helped shape our business….More

Need to upgrade your Firewire Microfilm Scanner to USB 3.0 connection? All ScanPro2000 trade-ins will receive a complimentary software upgrade which includes OCR, this enables captured images to be output as a full text searchable PDF doc….More

Richard Wilson, Eamonn Donohoe, Mark Anzellotti and Gavin Mitchell had an amazing week exhibiting and showcasing the CopiBook and Recollect to many passionate archivists….More

Successful morning showcasing Recollect (our latest Online Community Engagement and collections Management solution) at our breakfast seminar in Canberra yesterday….More

Our General Manager (Eamonn Donohoe) and Operations Manager (Lam Truong) had the opportunity to meet up with our international partners and experience new innovations at IFLA last week ….More

FADGI is a common set of digitisation parameters set by federal agencies for digitised and born digital historical, archival and cultural content….More

The microform material has a recommended archival life as low as 30 to 40 years where acetate film was used..More

DatacomIT announces a significant and new partnership with New Zealand Micrographic Services (NZMS) to deliver Recollect, the online community engagement and collection management software to Australia….More

DatacomIT is pleased to announce we have successfully moved our Head Office and Melbourne Production Facility to Company owned premises in the heart of St Kilda Road….More

Due to the extensive Archives Resource Kit, local and family history collections stored on microfilm, the Albury Library required a user friendly and high-resolution microfilm scanner for library patrons….More

Recognising the value of this collected material and knowing it was the only copy in existence, Graham approached DatacomIT to assist in the digitisation process….More

ALIA provides the platform as a meeting point for all Library and Information professionals from all sectors and all areas of Australia….More

The ST600 Overhead Book Scan Centre was the product of choice with its simple to use interface and overhead scanning technology that ensures the safe handling and capture of fragile records….More

After careful consideration, The National Library of Australia engaged DatacomIT to assist with the digitisation process, focusing on its fragility and size. DatacomIT worked closely with the NLA to provide a solution ….More

As we continue to lose our heritage buildings due to climate change, urban development and natural disasters, this project being the first in Australia will ensure that this important historical landmark will live on digitally for generations to come….More

Historical records accessed by the National Archives of Australia on behalf of the public is the Register of Medals and Badges issued during WW1 and WW2….More

The leading library technology exhibition in our region. It was a pleasure meeting all delegates and having the opportunity to showcase new technologies and concepts from around the world….More

Our Digital Preservation Tour was a huge success and we welcome members of the GLAM sector to be part of this informative and worthwhile event….More

“We have been more than fortunate to have the support of the team at DatacomIT. We have not just been a job,…” More

The staff at DatacomIT had an amazing time celebrating and embracing cultural diversity in our workplace – sharing interesting stories, delicious food and fascinating cultures…..More

“We were delighted to find that not only do DatacomIT offer value for money, they are transparent, forthcoming, knowledgeable and interested in our individual needs.” Director of Academic Services, University of Divinity…More

DatacomIT provided attendees with digitisation and expert advice, focusing on the importance of digitising historical material…..More

DatacomIT is honoured to have been invited to present at the Digital Access to Collections Workshops across regional Australia, organised by GLAM Peak in Australia…..More

Located in the entrance of the RMIT University Library, the MagicBox is a revolutionary blend and fascinating hands on experience. It is set to introduce a new era of how libraries will be able to give access to fragile material…..More

The new STViewScan 4 microfilm scanners have arrived at DatacomIT and are ready to be shipped out for installation all around Australia…More

DatacomIT is honoured to be a presenting at the upcoming Australian Digital Summit in Sydney 21st – 23rd June. Transforming hospitals for improved operational efficiency and patient care through technology …..More

Our MagicBox is the highlight of the Museums Galleries Australia National Conference 2017, located in the foyer area for all to experience. The MagicBox is a revolutionary blend of display and fascinating hands on experience…..More

DatacomIT is thrilled to be part of such an interesting and exciting event…More

At DatacomIT, we thrive to seek new advances in technology and training from all over the world. Our latest advancement is the capability to digitise X-ray film into high quality digital images for the medical industry…..More

The University of Minnesota approached DatacomIT to digitise a large valuable and unique collection of historical drawings and notebooks held at the Australian National University….More

The University of NSW acquires an automatic robotic book scanner….More

Amazing few days exhibiting at ALIA Online Conference 2017 in beautiful Sydney….More

DatacomIT is thrilled to be offering complimentary visitor passes to the ALIA Information Online Exhibition in Sydney….More

STViewScan III microfilm scanner wins again!….More

RMIT University approached us to capture a high res image of an old photo which has now been brought to life…More

A team of DatacomIT specialist technicians and a hi-tech digitisation platform were transported and assembled on-site at the University of Sydney... view video

Our team are traveling around Australia collecting microfilm and microfiche, cataloguing and preparing for digitisation… More

Victoria University selects fully customisable scanning solution…. More

It was great to network with history minded individuals, who have been working in the industry for many years – great stories… More

We have joined forces with the Australian War Memorial to digitise the iconic Official History of Australia in the War of 1914-18… More

AUSTRALIAN HISTORY & GENEALOGY EXPO 2016

We’re exhibiting at the History & Genealogy Expo on Friday 7th & Saturday 8th October and invite all history, heritage and genealogy enthusiasts to join us! More

Join us in the hertiage city of Parramatta, the geographical centre of Sydney, to explore the themes of collaboration, sustainability, accountability and transformation.. More

We’re setup and ready to exhibit at the ALIA Conference 2016 in Adelaide. Visit us at stand 21 or request an exhibitors pass to attend. Don’t miss out! More

We are saddened by the news we received last week about the fire at the Moonee Ponds Courthouse….More

State Library of NSW upgrade 10 microfilm scanners to the latest STViewScan III, to provide their patrons with the latest and best available microfilm viewing available….. More

We understand everyone likes to consume information differently, so what better way than a clever and clear visual video……view video

Increase Productivity, Improve Customer Service and Achieve Compliance….. More

It’s not surprising that the ST ViewScan III received the Platinum Award from the MLA judges for the second consecutive year (2015 & 2016)…. More

The MagicBox was introduced to Australia last year by DatacomIT and has captured the hearts of many…..click here for full article

DatacomIT are thrilled to be offering on-site digitisation for the scanning of Honi Soit – a Sydney University student newspaper first published in 1929….More

Capturing the details from competition entry forms from the shopping centres to facilitate the centres rewards program and future marketing initiatives…..More

Imagine the joy of accessing rare historical material for the very first time, while having the world of history at your fingertips……More

Collection of watercolour paintings by artist and writer Daryl Lindsay…More

DatacomIT are pleased to announce the recent successful completion of a number of file digitisation projects for the Therapeutic Goods Administration (Department of Defence)…..More

During July the team at DatacomIT have successfully completed the Preservation Imaging – docWorks Australian Roadshow in Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Sydney, with many Libraries, Institutions and Government organisations in attendance. ……..More

Digitisation of the Australian Army Journal. Delivered to the Army Journal publishers, text searchable PDF files for each edition and individual files for each article……..More

“We purchased the scanner for the use of special needs students with the view to providing them with an option for independent access to a wider range of reading material”  ……..More

DatacomIT were once again chosen by the State of Victoria, this time to undertake the digitisation of numerous geological records both large format maps as well as historical bound documents and records……...More

State Records Office of WA chose the Platinum Award Winning STViewScan III….More

DatacomIT has assisted the National Library of Australia with scanning many millions of newspaper pages for Trove……More

DatacomIT digitised an historical collections of High Court Registers for the High Court of Australia. The very large leather bound journals spanned a period of over 100 years…….More

State Library of Queensland selected the Platinum Award STViewScan III. They researched and tested all available digital microfilm products on the market and find the STViewScan to be the superior product…More

The MagicBox was a huge success at the Museums Australian National Conference ……..More