Ed
this begs the question to a certain degree of whether we will be doing this to help SPectrum or MIDAs, I think. If the former, it will not be a priority. Also, if the former, surely the problem of data matching between systems is a separate one to one of how we record data?
I think telling people where to go to get more info about a finds assemblage or individual artefact is about all that can realistically be expected form most LA HER's in the medium term ( assuming they record the data anyway - how many meet the current MIDAS standard?? How many are likely to prioritise meeting a stricter standard for someone else's benefit? How much extra work will meeting the new standard make?) The data items you mention are already doable e.g. in HBSMR ( artefact type, date; material). The concept of peoples - isn't that idea less than popular in certain archaeological circles??
some off the cuff thoughts
best wishes
Nick Boldrini
SMR Computing Officer
Heritage Unit
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