Introducing and Managing Academic Library Automation Projects (Libraries Unlimited Library Management Collection) - Hardcover

Gerard B. McCabe; John W. Head

 
9780313296338: Introducing and Managing Academic Library Automation Projects (Libraries Unlimited Library Management Collection)

Synopsis

Though computers have become more common, many academic libraries still lack automation of any kind. With the growing importance of the Internet and the proliferation of electronic databases, automation is likely to be an important part of the future of every library. Fortunately, enough libraries have implemented automated systems so that their experiences can inform those libraries only about to engage in automation projects. This professional reference is a guide to the forecasting, planning, implementing, and monitoring necessary for the successful management of academic library automation.

While novices will benefit from this book, the volume will be of special interest to librarians presently engaged in automation projects. The authors of the book's chapters come from all types of academic libraries and offer a wide range of experience and perspectives. The volume focuses on two major areas of librarianship, public service and technical services; and contributors stress the importance of planning, teamwork, and clear objectives. Each chapter cites sources of additional information, and the volume closes with two bibliographic essays.

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About the Author

GERARD B. McCABE is Director of Libraries at Clarion University of Pennsylvania. He is the editor of The Smaller Academic Library: A Management Handbook (Greenwood, 1988).

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Though automation in libraries has become more common, many academic libraries still lack automation of any kind. This professional reference is a guide to the forecasting, planning, implementing, and monitoring necessary for the successful management of academic library automation projects. Chapters are written by expert contributors who combine their personal experiences with solid background information on the theory and practice of library automation.

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9780313008443: INTRODUCING AND MANAGING ACADEMIC LIBRARY AUTOMATION PROJECTS.

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ISBN 10:  0313008442 ISBN 13:  9780313008443
Publisher: Greenwood Press, 1996
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