Advisory Board
ArQiver BV has an Advisory Board, consisting of the following members:
Jo van Engelen
Jo van Engelen is an emeritus professor of Product Development and Strategy at the University of Groningen and of Integrated Sustainable Design at the Delft University of Technology. He brings extensive business experience and previously served as member of the executive board of APG and ANWB, as well as member or chair of the non-executive board of up to 20 organisations. His expertise lies at the intersection of general management, technology and sustainability. Jo contributes to ArQiver by providing strategic insights and in-depth knowledge of innovative business processes, which supports ArQiver's mission to develop sustainable and efficient archiving solutions.
Geert-Jan van Brussel
Geert-Jan van Bussel is a professor of Digital Archiving & Compliance at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences and an expert in information management and digital sustainability. With a background in archival and information sciences, he advises organisations on compliance and risk management in digital environments. Geert-Jan's knowledge of digital archiving and sustainability issues is invaluable for ArQiver in developing reliable, future-proof archiving systems.
Charles Jeurgens
Charles Jeurgens is a professor of Archival Science at the University of Amsterdam and a leading expert in the field of archiving. His research focuses on the societal role of archives and the challenges within digital transformation. Charles has extensive experience with heritage institutions and provides valuable insights into preserving cultural and historical information. Within ArQiver’s Advisory Board, he supports the development of responsible archive management that is both accessible and sustainable.
Advisory Board Agreement for ArQiver BV
Article 1 - Advisory Board
ArQiver BV has an Advisory Board, consisting of the following members:
- Prof. Dr. Ir. J.M.L. van Engelen
- Dr. G.J. van Bussel
- Prof. Dr. K.J.P.F.M. Jeurgens
The members are unpaid and hold no financial interest in ArQiver. The members of the Advisory Board cannot represent ArQiver externally. The Advisory Board is supported by a secretary.
Article 2 - Duties of the Advisory Board
The Advisory Board fulfils an advisory role, with duties including:
- keeping relevant knowledge up to date;
- brainstorming on future developments;
- reflecting critically on requested issues;
- providing substantive contributions where desirable and possible.
Members of the Advisory Board advise independently and without consultation. The Board’s advice has no formal status and may not be formulated on an individual initiative outside the context of the meeting.
Article 3 - Advice
Members of the Advisory Board may be consulted individually. They may also offer advice on their own initiative, even outside meetings. Individual consultations and advice provided independently will be reported at the next meeting. Advice from the Board is weighed by ArQiver in its own decision-making processes.
Article 4 - Confidentiality
The members shall observe confidentiality concerning competitive information regarding both ArQiver and other market parties. Communication between the Advisory Board and ArQiver remains confidential, unless otherwise agreed with mutual consent.
Article 5 - Indemnification
The members of the Advisory Board are indemnified by ArQiver against any potential liabilities that may be imposed on them individually or as a Board for performing their role. Excluded from this is any conduct that violates this agreement, particularly Article 4.
Article 6 - Meeting Schedule
The Advisory Board and ArQiver meet at least once a year, typically once per quarter, preferably online. Any member of the Board or ArQiver may request an interim meeting. An agenda is prepared before a meeting, and relevant information is made available.