Outsource Archive Digitisation
Professional, high-resolution digitisation services with over 30 years of experience
Outsource Archive Digitisation gives organisations a simple and effective way to digitise collections without the cost and disruption of managing the work in-house. While archive digitisation may seem straightforward at first, many projects quickly become complex once equipment, staffing, workflows and file processing are taken into account.
Managing digitisation internally often means choosing the right scanners, training staff and setting clear quality standards for every stage of the project. It can also involve building a workflow for image capture, file naming, OCR, metadata and storage. For many organisations, this can place extra pressure on internal teams and turn a valuable project into one that feels difficult to manage.
Expertise, Planning and Project Management You Can Trust
Our Outsource Archive Digitisation service is built on expert knowledge, experience and careful planning.
With over 30 years of experience working within the heritage sector, BDM ArcScan understands the importance of handling collections with care while delivering digital outputs that are practical, consistent and fit for purpose.
Our team brings together technical expertise with strong project planning and management skills. We work closely with clients to understand the nature of each collection, the condition of the material and the goals of the project.
This helps us recommend the right approach from the outset, create efficient workflows and manage each stage of digitisation to a high standard.
Working from our fully equipped digitisation studio, we can manage projects of all sizes across a wide range of material. This includes books, photographs, documents and large format items.
Our experience within heritage environments means we understand the need for careful handling, clear communication and reliable delivery throughout the project.
A Managed Outsource Archive Digitisation Service
Our Outsource Archive Digitisation service removes the pressure of trying to coordinate everything internally.
We provide the specialist equipment, experienced operators and structured workflows needed to complete projects safely, efficiently and accurately.
Our team oversees the process from initial planning through to final delivery, helping to ensure quality and consistency at every stage.
We also use specialist software for image enhancement, OCR and metadata tagging, helping to create digital files that are more useful in the long term.
As a result, your digital files are not only high quality, but also easier to search, manage and access over time.
Whether you are digitising a single collection or a larger archive, our managed approach helps reduce risk, save time and support better long-term access.
Why Choose BDM ArcScan for Outsource Archive Digitisation?
Choosing Outsource Archive Digitisation with BDM ArcScan means working with a team that understands both the technical and practical demands of archive projects.
Our experience in the heritage sector allows us to plan carefully, manage projects effectively and deliver digitisation services that support preservation as well as access.
Our clients benefit from:
- Over 30 years of heritage sector experience
- Careful planning and project management
- Specialist digitisation equipment
- Experienced operators and quality control
- OCR and metadata tagging options
- A professional and reliable service from start to finish
For organisations that need a trusted and experienced partner, Outsource Archive Digitisation with BDM ArcScan offers a safe, efficient and well-managed solution.
Our Outsource Archive Digitisation Services Include
Book and Bound Volume
Scanning
Archive Document
Scanning
Large Format
Scanning
Microfilm and Microfiche
Scanning
Photo
Scanning
Slide and Negative
Scanning
Contact-Free Fine Artwork
Scanning
Why choose BDM ArcScan and our Outsourced Archive Digitisation Services?
Experience and Knowledge
BDM ArcScan has the experience and knowledge which understands the specialist care and requirements required within the libraries, archives and heritage sectors. This has been done through working within these sectors for over 20 years and developing key preservation strategies and processes.
Care and Attention
With a schedule of condition completed for each project, we assess the condition of each item individually before any work is carried out. This ensures the item is correctly handled and the appropriate scanning resource is used to achieve the best quality results.
Quality Digitisation
Our standard processes and techniques for scanning exceed our competitors. This includes using the highest DPI settings, helpful image enhancements and indexing/naming as standard and not as a costly option. This delivers our customer’s real value for money without any compromises.
Technology and Innovation
Our digitisation studio is equipped with the latest in scanning and software technology. From professional heritage overhead and V-shaped book scanners to innovative flatbed and photo scanners, we can handle a variety of items safely and effectively to meet all requirements.
Affordability and Value
We understand how important it is to improve the accessibility of our heritage. Digital transformation is key for the future ahead and BDM ArcScan wants all libraries, archives and heritage environments to benefit. This is why we create tailored project plans that offer the best value possible.
Speed and Efficiency
With our digitisation studio managed by our expert team, we can quickly implement and manage projects to meet critical time scales. With the ability to share completed files via our secure cloud, projects can be completed quickly without compromising on image quality or artefact care.
Cloud Accessibility
As well as being able to provide digital files on traditional media such as discs or hard drives, we also offer a completely secure cloud service for a low monthly cost. View, share and download files from anywhere at any time with no limit on storage space.