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| Format: | Recurso educativo Open Access |
| Language: | en |
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1983
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| Online Access: | https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED231398 |
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- Selecting and Implementing a Computer Based Library System: An Outline of the Process and Annotated Bibliography. Schwarz, Philip Annotated Bibliographies Computer Oriented Programs Contracts Library Automation Library Equipment Library Networks Media Selection Needs Assessment Program Implementation Proposal Writing Specifications Systems Development This guide was developed as a "starter kit" for those beginning the process of selecting and implementing computer-based library systems. The main section outlines a process for libraries to use in system selection, including (1) initial considerations; (2) project planning and management; (3) analyzing the alternatives; (4) the selection process; (5) the contract; (6) installing the computer; (7) system implementation; and (8) applications. Appendices provide an annotated list of reading which corresponds to respective sections of the outline, a selected and annotated bibliography of readings on the topic, and a list of sample documents that are available from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's Automation Consultant Office, such as requests for proposals (RFP's)/system specifications, needs analyses, requests for information, contracts, and network agreements. (LMM)