Company Research Report: The Trojman Corporation
Company Overview
Name
- The Trojman Corporation
Mission of the Company
- Supporting libraries and educators with quality digital resources. Helping organizations achieve their missions by providing relevant content and services.
When was the Company Founded and By Whom
- Founded in 2021 by Salvy Trojman.
Key People in the Company
- Salvy Trojman - Founder and Managing Director
- Valerie Trojman - Director of Operations
Where is the Company Headquartered
- 145 Macarthur Drive, Thornhill, Ontario L4J 8J6
Number of Employees
- No information is available
Revenue of the Company
- No information is available
What is the Company Known For
- The Trojman Corporation is known for its digital collections and services, particularly the Canada Commons platform.
Products
Canada Commons
- Description: A comprehensive digital platform compiling Canadian books, government documents, think tanks, and primary sources into one searchable interface.
- Key Features:
- Advanced Search Tools: Truncation, stemming, and a full suite of Boolean operators.
- Social Tools: Follow topics, people, or organizations; create branded portals; receive alerts.
- Enriched Content: Export tables within content in CSV format.
- Upload Feature: Share documents or links quickly within the community.
- Integration: Compatible with major discovery systems like Summon, EDS, and Primo.
TheirStory
- Description: An all-in-one platform for capturing, transcribing, editing, and preserving oral histories.
- Key Features:
- Capture & Upload: Remote interviews or existing material upload.
- Transcribe: Automatic transcription with an editor for corrections.
- Indexing, Metadata & Search: Full-text search with metadata enrichment.
- Remix, Clip, and Edit: Tools for content remixing and editing.
- Disseminate & Preserve: Syncing with digital exhibit platforms and preservation tools like Permanent.org.
Reuters Newsfilm for Education by Screenocean
- Description: Access to Reuters' historic and current video archive for educational institutions.
- Key Features:
- Blanket License: Unlimited content access for staff and students.
- Comprehensive Archive: Over 1 million licensable clips.
- Support for Non-commercial Use: Footage can be used for coursework and non-commercial presentations.
Flyover Zone
- Description: Virtual tours of historical sites around the world, accessible via the Yorescape platform.
- Key Features:
- Interactive 3D Tours: Over 1,000 sculptures, monuments, and furnishings from Greek and Roman antiquity, with future cultural expansions.
Recent Developments
Recent Developments in the Company
- August 1, 2024: Secured an exclusive agreement with TheirStory to distribute their platform in Canada.
- February 14, 2024: Acquired a major Canadian micropublisher in partnership with Coherent Digital to create new digital collections.
- July 18, 2023: Launched a new resource for Canadian Government information under Canada Commons.
New Products Launched
- Canada Commons: Government: A comprehensive database of Canadian government publications.
New Features Added to Existing Products
- Canada Commons: Enhanced functionality, new content formats, and advanced search tools.
- TheirStory: Integration into Canadian libraries, enabling usage of the platform in Canada.
Any New Partnerships
- Coherent Digital Partnership: Focus on developing and expanding the Canada Commons platform and other digital collections.
Conclusion
The Trojman Corporation has established itself as a significant player in the digital resources sector, particularly in relation to Canadian content. With recent acquisitions and partnerships, it continues to enhance its offerings and expand its reach, making valuable digital content accessible to libraries, researchers, and educational institutions across Canada.
