Thomas Sødring

Thomas Sødring serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Archivistics, Library and Information Science within the Faculty of Social Sciences at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet). His office is located at Pilestredet 48, 0167 Oslo (Office R407) with contact information including office phone +47 672 38 287 and email thomas.sodring@oslomet.no. He is actively involved with the Information Systems based on Metadata (METAINFO) research group, focusing on the intersection of traditional records management practices with emerging digital technologies.

Sødring's research primarily centers on records management systems, particularly the Norwegian Noark standard, and its adaptation to modern technological challenges. His work demonstrates significant expertise in digital preservation, metadata systems, and the application of blockchain technology to public sector record-keeping. He has made notable contributions to understanding how Internet of Things data can be managed within government record-keeping frameworks and has explored innovative approaches to syllabi analysis through platforms like Leganto. His research bridges theoretical archival science with practical implementations in Norwegian municipal and governmental contexts.

Analysis of his publication record from 2015-2022 reveals a consistent focus on the evolution of records management practices in the digital age, with particular emphasis on Norwegian public sector implementations. His work shows a clear trajectory from foundational research on digital preservation challenges toward more innovative applications of emerging technologies like blockchain for record integrity and AI for archival processing. The publications demonstrate strong collaboration with Norwegian institutions and international partners, particularly in the development and implementation of the Noark standard across various platforms and use cases.

Sødring has been actively disseminating his research through numerous workshops and presentations at venues including KDRS Workshop, NUUG meetings, and events organized by Arkivverket (the National Archival Services of Norway). His work on Nikita (an open-source implementation of Noark 5) and Grouse (a requirements specification generator) demonstrates his commitment to practical applications of archival science that benefit both practitioners and researchers in the field.