introduction

Written by Helen Kerfoot

 

This term describes the work and responsibilities of the support office of a national names authority and gives a general idea of the scope of the work of that support office.

 

What do we mean by "office processing"?

Look at the four tasks!

Task 1: Gathering of names information

Task 2: Authorizing the toponyms

Task 3: Storing the data and maintaining records

Task 4: Disseminating the data

 

Overview

• National names authority is a focal point.

• Office must support the board, keep records and make the information generally available.

• Methods may change with technology, but emphasis is still on accuracy, and correct documentation procedures, especially documenting why specific decisions were made.

 

See:

"Manual for the National Standardization of Geographical Names" (Pdf, 4,5 MB)

(Web - click on the picture of the manual)