We’ve helped hundreds of AEC companies complete successful DAM projects. From our experience, we’ve identified 5 main phases of a DAM project.
Introduction
Photo libraries are growing faster than ever. If you think you might have a need for DAM, reach out to peers and vendors to learn whether DAM might be right for you.
- Identify photo management challenges
- Learn basic DAM features
- Determine if DAM is right for you
Discovery
Work with colleagues to assess the current state of photo management within your firm. What are the most important DAM goals for IT, marketing, and executives?
- Interview users
- Assess DAM needs and goals
- Learn about Cloud v. On-Premise DAMs
- Calculate DAM ROI
Evaluation & Purchase
Speak with vendors to gather pricing for their products and services. It’s important to evaluate proposals based on technology and partner fit, in addition to pricing.
- Evaluate DAM vendors
- Review DAM technology
- Select a DAM
Onboarding
Take advantage of training or professional services offered by your vendor. Uploading content and configuring your DAM are critical to the success of the project.
- Upload content
- Configuration
- Integration
- Document creation
Ongoing DAM Success
Create a process for expanding and maintaining the photo library. Your vendor should work with you to provide best practices for increasing usage and adoption of the DAM.
- Expand user base
- Encourage adoption
- Expand functionality
