ArchivalOne (USA Partnership) Press Release:

HAI, NOS and PastView form "ArchivalOne" – a first-of-its-kind joint venture in complex historical preservation and publishing covering North America.

The team specializes in organizing and digitizing historical assets and objects, supported by advanced software solutions and storage techniques.

ROCKVILLE, MD – March 27, 2025 -- When vital pieces of history, memorabilia, and artifacts need an unprecedented level of care, there are only a handful of businesses in the world capable of analyzing, inventorying, organizing, moving and properly storing them for use, study and display. Today, three of those firms – HAI, NOS and PastView - announced they have teamed up to form ArchivalOne, a joint venture designed to streamline the preservation, digitization, management, and innovative showcasing of unique, sensitive and valuable historical assets.

This collaboration provides a one-stop shop for museums, foundations, historical societies, private and vintage collectors, corporations, archives, entertainment companies, and other organizations seeking to safeguard their valuable collections and, if needed, make them available for key stakeholders to view in person, online, or in virtual galleries. The partners' capabilities mean they can design custom access for the collection's ultimate display needs or public utility.

Headquartered in Washington, DC, and the United Kingdom, ArchivalOne's archivists, librarians, software engineers, installers, historians, and preservation experts have collectively worked for some of the world's largest and most prestigious public and private institutions—from the Smithsonian to the Department of Defense, to elite private collections and major university libraries.

"While we all excel in our areas of preservation and digitization, this partnership means clients across the worlds of art, sport, entertainment, government, tourism, and hospitality have a single provider to protect and digitize one-of-a-kind objects that can't easily be scanned or stored using traditional methods," said Beth Maser, CEO of HAI and architect of the venture. "Our collective team has hundreds of years' experience, which allows us to handle the most sensitive work and push the limits of the industry to new places."

“Experts from HAI organize the archival material, NOS uses specialist equipment and experienced technicians to digitize it, and our SaaS software provides imaginative private and public access along with monetization options,” said Paul Sugden, CEO of PastView. “For organizations with long or complex histories seeking to elevate their brand by building trust, tell provoking stories and create quality materials for marketing and online content, we can act as a trusted partner to build that library from current and historic archival material.”

From Forgotten Finds to Digital Discoveries:

When a newly-minted hotel manager in Lymm – a small town just outside Manchester, England – opened the drawer of his new desk and discovered a small pack of photographs left behind from the previous manager, he wasn't expecting much. Thumbing through the dusty prints, he was incredulous to find the photographs were of soccer icon Pele and his teammates from the Brazilian national team. The group stayed at the hotel when competing in the 1966 World Cup. Lost nearly 10 years in the desk drawer, the manager had the photographs carefully scanned so the hotel and town could better remember the historic event and its world-renowned guests.

Thirty years later and on another continent, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) in the U.S., realized its collection of more than 100,000 scientific tools, instruments, models, uniforms and paintings – many dating back to the early study of Earth's oceans and climate – were housed across half a dozen facilities in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC. Visits to these sites made it clear that time was ticking to ensure these relics of history and discovery were not lost; the team recognized that these objects had to be quickly catalogued, organized and preserved for future generations.

Enter ArchivalOne on both fronts. The capabilities in full:

    • All-in-One Convenience: ArchivalOne simplifies the archival process by integrating professional asset management, digitization, and user-friendly software into a seamless solution, eliminating the need to juggle multiple vendors.
    • Expert Support & Peace of Mind: Clients benefit from the expertise of HAI, NOS, and PastView—three industry leaders dedicated to the highest archival care and preservation standards.
    • Time and Resource Efficiency: The streamlined process makes digitizing, managing, and maintaining assets faster and easier, allowing organizations to focus on their core missions.
    • Preservation of Legacy: ArchivalOne utilizes state-of-the-art digitization and archival techniques to ensure that historical collections are protected and preserved for future generations.
    • Increased Engagement & Access: Advanced protection, 3D software, timelines, handwriting recognition and virtual tours enhances user interaction, making research more dynamic, and archives more accessible to the public and key stakeholders.

As organizations face increasing challenges in preserving and sharing their historical collections, ArchivalOne is a trusted partner in ensuring these assets remain protected, accessible, and engaging for future generations. To learn more and connect with the team, visit www.archivalone.com.

About HAI

HAI's research team comprises experts with decades of experience, analytical knowledge, and topical expertise, including a licensed private investigator. In addition to its greater Washington-DC-based team, HAI also has field researchers across the United States and the globe.

To learn more about HAI, visit www.historyassociates.com and fill out our Contact Form or submit an RFP.

About National Office Systems (NOS)

Since 1976, the NOS team of professionals has provided clients with the most affordable and comprehensive storage solutions for their information and space management. NOS develops a total solution to improve efficiency and organization in any environment, dramatically reducing real estate costs and maximizing space allocation. The company's solutions provide convenience, security, and sustainability while leveraging information and governance best practices. NOS has served the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia markets for over forty years and has a client list of over 10,000 businesses, including legal firms, government agencies, corporate offices, museums, education, public safety and associations.

To learn more about NOS, visit https://nosinc.com/.

About PastView

Based in England, PastView supports archival and information professionals in their commitment to heritage, converting physical material to digital format and transforming the landscape for online collections. Safeguarding historical content and sharing through creative channels is at the core of what PastView provides every customer.

To learn more, register for a webinar or request a free demonstration, visit https://pastview.townswebarchiving.com/

For more information, please visit: www.archivalone.com