AI chatbots based on large language models (LLMs) do not make adequate indexes. Consequently, our primary risk is not from AI per se but from authors, editors, publishers, and software developers who may lack the indexing skills to adequately/properly evaluate AI-generated indexes and recognize their shortcomings.
Over the next few weeks, you may notice some changes to the ASI website. Soon it will have a fresh new face. A team has been working to make the transition as smooth as possible, but tech happens. We appreciate your patience as we go through the steps to effect this new look and new […]
Calling all new members! Welcome to the American Society for Indexing! You are invited to attend a virtual meet and greet for our newest members on June 18 at 10 AM Pacific / 1 PM Eastern. Whether you’ve been around for a year or a week, we are thrilled you have joined our community and […]
The 2025 competition for the ASI Indexing Awards is now open. You are invited to submit a final PDF version of a book that you indexed with a publication date of 2024 for consideration. The first-place winners will each receive $500. Submissions will be accepted through July 25, 2025.
The Hines Award for 2025 is being presented to Connie Binder. As her nomination and supporting letters attest, Connie represents the qualities demanded by the award, namely “continuous, dedicated, and exceptional service to the membership of ASI.”
Congratulations to our newly elected board members! Along with Jen Weers, incoming ASI president, they will take office at the Annual General Meeting on May 17, 2024. These candidates have been elected: Shannon Li, president-elect; Cheryl Lenser, treasurer; Elizabeth Bartmess, director; Marta Steele, director.
Plan to join us for ASI’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 10:00 am Pacific/1:00 pm Eastern time. The meeting, to be conducted via Zoom, will offer networking time for members before the meeting starts. At the general meeting, Shelley Quattrocchi will deliver the president’s report, Cheryl Lenser will give the treasurer’s […]
Spring into Action! Freshen Up Your Indexing Skills and Revitalize Your Freelance Business. ASI’s 2025 virtual conference will offer a wide range of hands-on sessions for indexers at all levels of experience. Presenters will address real-world indexing issues and challenges, and provide best practices and fresh approaches for dealing with them.
Building a Successful Mentorship with Carlisle Froese. Mentorship is a great tool for improving or acquiring skills in indexing. Learn how to establish a successful independent mentorship, and gain tools for successful partnerships that enhance your indexing process and save you time.
Indexing Playgrounds are where we get together to chat with other indexers in an informal, safe environment created just for ASI members. Our theme for the upcoming Indexing Playground on March 12 is client types. Chat with your fellow indexers about the client types you enjoy or the ones you’d like to learn more about.
