Image Cataloging Primer

This article explains how to set up, organize and maintain a database of your photographs, and integrate it into your digital imaging workflow.

It explains the two basic approaches to cataloging - event-based workflows and library-based workflows. IPTC captioning and categorization are also discussed.

Although written to promote their own DigitalPro3 image management software, this article contains a lot of useful generic information and some things to think about if you are shopping for image management or digital asset management software.

http://www.nikondigital.org/dps/dps-v-2-25.htm