This document discusses the need to standardize processes and documentation for sharing cultural collections across borders in Europe. It proposes harmonizing practices around a single European framework based on the SPECTRUM standard to simplify processes, minimize costs and risks, and increase the rate of cultural object mobility. While the current system works organically, targeted efforts are needed to drive improvements through establishing trust, removing constraints, and prioritizing mobility policies.

1. Getting practical, harmonising Standards, Processes and Documentation for Collections Mobility Nick Poole, CEO, Collections Trust 31.05.2010

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