International Conference on Dublin Core and Metadata Applications 2004

Abstract

Purpose To provide an overview of the 2004 International Conference on Dublin Core and Metadata Applications held in Shanghai, China, in October 2004. Design/methodology/approach Outlines the themes of the papers presented in the three plenary paper sessions: Metadata Frameworks, Metadata Users, and Managing & Harvesting Metadata. Findings Found that one of the most prevailing topics at the conference was interoperability, being the key to ensure the accessibility and sustainability of any effective digital library. Originality/value Provides a useful summary of a conference of interest to library and information management professionals.