cataloging process
[ˈkætəlɔːɡɪŋ ˈprɑːsɛs]
nounpl: cataloging processes
processo de catalogação
1. The systematic procedure of organizing, describing, and recording items in a catalog or database for identification, retrieval, and management purposes
The library's cataloging process includes assigning ISBN numbers and subject classifications to each new book.
O processo de catalogação da biblioteca inclui a atribuição de números ISBN e classificações temáticas para cada novo livro.
2. In museums and archives, the methodical arrangement and documentation of artifacts, documents, or collections according to established standards
The museum's cataloging process required detailed photography and metadata entry for each artifact.
O processo de catalogação do museu exigiu fotografia detalhada e entrada de metadados para cada artefato.
3. In e-commerce and digital systems, the procedure of listing and organizing products with specifications, descriptions, and pricing information
The company improved its cataloging process by implementing automated software for product management.
A empresa melhorou seu processo de catalogação implementando software automatizado para gestão de produtos.
In Brazilian libraries and archives, the cataloging process follows international standards such as MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) and RDA (Resource Description and Access). This term is highly technical and commonly used in academic, museum, and institutional settings. In the United States, cataloging is a fundamental function of libraries and museums, with professional catalogers trained in standardized systems and metadata protocols.
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