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Main Authors: Reynolds, Maryan E., And Others
Format: Recurso educativo Open Access
Language:en
Published: 1970
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Online Access:https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED045862
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author Reynolds, Maryan E.
And Others
author_facet Reynolds, Maryan E.
And Others
Reynolds, Maryan E.
And Others
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contents A Study of Library Network Alternatives for the State of Washington. Final Report. Reynolds, Maryan E. And Others Automation Cost Effectiveness Facility Utilization Research Interlibrary Loans Library Networks Library Technical Processes Regional Libraries State Libraries Presented are analyses of likely effects of implementing either a regional or state-wide library network for the State of Washington. If a more sophisticated system is adopted over the present system, the functions of interlibrary loan, technical services, and collection management would be facilitated through new organizational arrangements. It is essential to consider the consequences in terms of both cost and benefits and their distribution among participating libraries. This research also demonstrates the need for a more extensive and reliable data base regarding library operations in the state. While this study has been primarily concerned with operating costs, estimates must be made of initial costs of setting up a new network, such as investment in computer hardware and other equipment, development of procedures and software, and employee training. (LS)
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spellingShingle A Study of Library Network Alternatives for the State of Washington. Final Report.
Reynolds, Maryan E.
And Others
Automation
Cost Effectiveness
Facility Utilization Research
Interlibrary Loans
Library Networks
Library Technical Processes
Regional Libraries
State Libraries
A Study of Library Network Alternatives for the State of Washington. Final Report. Reynolds, Maryan E. And Others Automation Cost Effectiveness Facility Utilization Research Interlibrary Loans Library Networks Library Technical Processes Regional Libraries State Libraries Presented are analyses of likely effects of implementing either a regional or state-wide library network for the State of Washington. If a more sophisticated system is adopted over the present system, the functions of interlibrary loan, technical services, and collection management would be facilitated through new organizational arrangements. It is essential to consider the consequences in terms of both cost and benefits and their distribution among participating libraries. This research also demonstrates the need for a more extensive and reliable data base regarding library operations in the state. While this study has been primarily concerned with operating costs, estimates must be made of initial costs of setting up a new network, such as investment in computer hardware and other equipment, development of procedures and software, and employee training. (LS)
title A Study of Library Network Alternatives for the State of Washington. Final Report.
topic Automation
Cost Effectiveness
Facility Utilization Research
Interlibrary Loans
Library Networks
Library Technical Processes
Regional Libraries
State Libraries
url https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED045862