Public record offices

Public record offices preserve, catalog, and safeguard governmental archival material, making historical and administrative documents accessible to researchers, administrators, and the public. This sector is currently characterized by the long-term archiving of digital documents, the expansion of digital access, and stringent requirements for legal certainty, preservation, and data protection. Simultaneously, expectations are rising for location-independent access, efficient cataloging, and the long-term preservation of both analog and digital holdings. State archives are therefore central institutions for transparently documenting government actions, safeguarding cultural heritage, and providing reliable information resources for society, academia, and public administration.