Library and archive activities

NACE v2.1 Code: S91.1

About library and archive activities

NACE code 91.1 covers a wide range of library and archive activities that play a vital role in preserving and disseminating information and knowledge within a society. These institutions not only provide access to physical and digital resources but also serve as hubs for research, education, and community engagement. As repositories of cultural heritage, libraries and archives contribute significantly to the intellectual and social fabric of the broader economy.

Production process

The core activities within this industry involve the acquisition, cataloging, preservation, and distribution of various information resources, including books, journals, manuscripts, photographs, and digital media. Librarians and archivists utilize specialized techniques and technologies to ensure the proper organization, storage, and retrieval of these materials. This includes the use of classification systems, metadata management, digitization processes, and preservation methods to maintain the integrity and accessibility of the collections.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for library and archive activities include physical materials such as books, documents, and multimedia resources, as well as digital storage and computing equipment. Additionally, these institutions rely on skilled professionals, including librarians, archivists, and information specialists, who possess expertise in cataloging, reference services, and collection management. Ongoing funding, whether from public or private sources, is also a critical input for the maintenance and expansion of library and archive collections and services.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the information resources and services provided to users, which can include the lending of physical materials, access to digital collections, reference assistance, and educational programming. The outputs of libraries and archives are consumed by a wide range of NACE codes, including [nc_link(85.4)(Education) for research and learning, [nc_link(94.1)(Activities of business, employers and professional membership organizations) for professional development, and [nc_link(93.2)(Amusement and recreation activities) for leisure and cultural enrichment.

Revisions to 91.1

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 91.1. The most recent 1 version of this code (91.1) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 91.1.

Family tree for library and archive activities

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S'>S: ARTS, SPORTS AND RECREATION</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91'>91: Libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91/1'>91.1: Library and archive activities</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91/2'>91.2: Museum, collection, historical site and monument activities</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91/3'>91.3: Conservation, restoration and other support activities for cultural heritage</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91/4'>91.4: Botanical and zoological garden and nature reserve activities</a>"]

    C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91/11'>91.11: Library activities</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/S/91/12'>91.12: Archive activities</a>"]


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