The fashion archive at NCAD is an incredibly valuable resource and it is paramount that it is preserved adequately and in as many forms possible.

 Digitising the archive would provide many important benefits. It would help safeguard delicate and ageing materials by reducing the need for physical handling. A digital archive would also greatly improve accessibility, allowing students, researchers, and staff to explore the collection remotely and incorporate it more easily into teaching, research, and exhibitions.

In addition, a well-organised digital archive could raise the profile of the department by showcasing its heritage and creative achievements to a wider audience.