The formal inclusion of an object/specimen lot into the collection of an institution (documenting the acquisition process). Follows transfer of title and include the assigning of a unique number and entry into the accession register.

The process of assigning numbers to books or other materials as they are added to the library

All artefacts in HCC are properly documented with unique identity numbers to facilitate identification and inventory. This process is known as accessioning in museums.

The process of accepting custody and establishing initial intellectual and physical control of documents transferred to the Archives.

Tissue is entered into the hospital information system for medical records and billing purposes.