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Brigham Young University
Minimal Processing Policy
Minimal Processing Policy
January 2009
All manuscript collections must be minimally processed before they can be fully processed.
Guidelines for Minimal Processing
1. Create series based on original order or corporate structure of the collection
1. Do not create subseries structure
2. Do not remove paper clips or weed materials
3. Do not refolder, organize materials within folders, or organize folder order
1. Exception: Unorganized collections
1. If not in folders, sort materials into series structure and place in
folders
2. Write DACS-compliant titles and dates on new folders based on
content
3. Place series in carton
2. Create DACS-compliant finding aid for the collection in EAD