Why is it important to have identifiers?

Why is it important to have identifiers?

Having identifiers for artists, recordings, and musical works is crucial for several reasons:

Uniqueness: Identifiers ensure that each artist, recording, and musical work has a unique and distinguishable reference. This helps avoid confusion and ensures accurate attribution.

Tracking and Management: With identifiers, it becomes easier to track and manage the vast amount of creative content produced. It facilitates efficient cataloging, organization, and retrieval of information

Rights Management: Identifiers play a vital role in managing copyright and other intellectual property rights associated with artistic works. They enable proper licensing, royalty distribution, and copyright enforcement.

Global Standardization: Adopting standardized identifiers ensures consistency and compatibility on a global scale. It promotes collaboration and simplifies processes across international borders, benefiting artists, industry professionals, and consumers alike.


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