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Rice, James – American Libraries, 1987
Describes the advantages of the development of open systems, i.e., a configuration which combines software and hardware from separate vendors into a single system, as a means of increasing the possible applications of library automation. (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Networks, Electronic Equipment, Library Automation
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Kington, Robert A. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Outlines factors used by online vendors to decide whether to bid on RFPs (requests for proposals) for library automation systems, including specifications for software, hardware or performance requirements not met by the vendor; specifications based on competitors' systems; the size and complexity of the request itself; and vendors' time…
Descriptors: Bids, Decision Making, Evaluation Criteria, Library Automation
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Sugnet, Chris; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Several online vendors address the issue of RFPs (requests for proposals) for library systems, discussing the documents' style, technical standards, library expectations, liabilities associated with using this procedure, factors in the decision to bid, and the need for a standardized document and national clearinghouse. (CLB)
Descriptors: Bids, Library Automation, Library Equipment, Needs Assessment
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Anderson, David A.; Duggan, Michael T. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
Describes a technique for accessing a library system with limited interconnectivity by connecting the system to a gateway machine that is a host in the local area network and evaluates the performance of an existing prototype that has been implemented at the Los Alamos National Laboratory. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Library Automation, Library Networks, Local Area Networks
MacDonald, R. W. – 1984
This report presents results from Phase 1 of the British Columbia Library Network (BCLN) Project, which included the installation and evaluation of a comprehensive library cataloging system using the University of Victoria Computing Center IBM 4341 computer. Evaluation included actual use of the system, performance and cost studies, feature and…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Foreign Countries
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Matthews, Joseph R.; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Describes use of RFPs (requests for proposals) to specify requirements for automated library systems and presents advice on when to use RFPs, how to construct the statements, and how to present library needs and priorities so that maximum success in choosing a vendor and system are achieved. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Bids, Evaluation Criteria, Library Automation, Library Equipment
Epstein, Susan Baerg – 1986
Undertaken at the request of the Ad Hoc Statewide Automation Committee, this report provides a common understanding for Maine librarians of current library networking and how it might apply to Maine. The current status of Maine libraries and their cooperative and automation activities is summarized; resource-sharing in other states is examined;…
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Cooperation, Library Networks, Library Planning
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Burton, Paul – Electronic Library, 1987
Discusses the need for careful systems analysis and design in the implementation of microcomputer based information systems. Checklists of system requirements and a bibliography of relevant journals, printed, and online sources are provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Information Centers, Information Services, Information Systems
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Drabenstott, Jon, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Several consultants address the issue of competencies required of professional librarians for the effective management of the automation process. Highlights include formal and professional ongoing education and the need for technical training and problem solving skills to enable librarians to evaluate and develop library systems effectively.…
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Consultants, Critical Thinking, Evaluative Thinking
Shoffner, Ralph M.; And Others – 1986
The scope of this study, which was designed to provide information for use in redesigning the interlibrary loan (ILL) system in New York State, was to provide an overview of the ILL structure and patterns in the state; collect and analyze statistical data on ILL in the state and evaluate the performance of the NYSILL (New York State Interlibrary…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Bibliographic Utilities, Financial Policy, Interlibrary Loans