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Golden, Susan – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1982
Describes the Library Computer System, an online circulation system used in 22 Illinois libraries, that features complete holdings and circulation status information for serials and monographs. Problems in the network environment, plans for modification, and reasons why the system works are identified. References and two additional readings are…
Descriptors: Databases, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Networks

Alexander, Ernest R. – Journal of Library Administration, 1985
In comparing methods of allocating service transaction costs among member libraries of interlibrary systems, questions of how costs are to be estimated, and what cost elements are to be included are critical. Different approaches of estimation yield varying results. Actual distribution of units accounts for greatest variance in allocations. (CDD)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Cooperative Programs, Cost Estimates, Fees

Kershner, Lois – Library Hi Tech, 1983
Background information about Peninsula Library Automated Network member libraries and description of the circulation system of choice include basic components of this cooperative effort: Joint Powers Agreement and organizational structure; jurisdiction responsibilities and financial planning; database and policy areas requiring joint decision;…
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
New York State Library, Albany. – 1983
This compilation of annual reports of 169 New York State institution libraries for the year ending March 31, 1983, presents data on total resident population, library materials, interlibrary lending, circulation, library hours, percentage of population having direct library access, total paid library staff, and dollar expenditures. The…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Directories, Institutional Libraries, Library Circulation
Michigan Library, Lansing. – 1985
Designed to ensure that all Library of Michigan/Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LM/LBPH) network libraries provide uniform, quality service to patrons in their service areas, these standards will serve both as the basis for a formal written agreement between each of the 12 network libraries and LM/LBPH, and as a minimum…
Descriptors: Blindness, Disabilities, Library Circulation, Library Collections
Lee, Hwa-Wei; And Others – 1984
Designed to help institutions considering library automation, this report describes the adoption, installation, and use of the Virginia Tech Library System (VTLS) at Ohio University. The report includes information on: (1) a task force created at Ohio University in 1978 to explore an automated circulation system; (2) installation and tape loading…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Computers, Higher Education

Bocher, Robert; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
Three articles describe procedures used for retrospective conversion: MITINET/retro system in Wisconsin and efforts to create statewide bibliographic database; retrocon process for Library Computer System circulation/resource-sharing system in Illinois academic libraries; use of REMARC to build online catalog at Johns Hopkins University. Authority…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cataloging, Databases, Higher Education

Bossers, Anton; Van Muyen, Martin – Electronic Library, 1984
Describes the Pica Library Automation Network (originally the Project for Integrated Catalogue Automation), which is based on a centralized bibliographic database. Highlights include the Pica conception of library automation, online shared cataloging system, circulation control system, acquisition system, and online Dutch union catalog with…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Foreign Countries, Library Acquisition
Hawaii State Dept. of Education, Honolulu. Office of Instructional Services. – 1988
This guide is designed to assist school librarians in becoming part of the planned statewide school library network in Hawaii. Approaches to the guide for librarians at all stages of planning are suggested, and an overview of the benefits, goals, steps, and historical development are provided together with a model of the networking plan. The steps…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria, Interlibrary Loans, Learning Resources Centers

Dowlin, Kenneth E.; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1986
Describes the Maggie III automated library system, which supports a public access catalog, cataloging interface, bibliographic maintenance, circulation, electronic mail, and community information databases, with acquisitions and serials modules planned. Sidebars describe the community information database's structure, planned use of software by…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Community Information Services, Computer Software, Databases
Technology Management Corp., Alexandria, VA. – 1990
A study was conducted to determine if the centralization of braille operations for the national free library program would be feasible, economical, and desirable. This report presents the findings of the study in three sections. Section 1 provides background information, a summary of the first phase of operations, and the study objective for phase…
Descriptors: Blindness, Braille, Costs, Evaluation Criteria
Lettner, Loretta L.; And Others – Library Journal, 1985
Three articles present: results of survey of use of videocassettes and audiocassettes in academic and public libraries; (2) results of a survey of library collections of audiocassettes of books and their acceptance by patrons; and (3) a description of the operation of a videocircuit by a regional library system. (EJS)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Audiotape Cassettes, Higher Education, Library Circulation
Pattie, Ling-yuh W.; Lach, Michael – 1992
This publication reports results of a survey of 83 ARL (Association of Research Libraries) member libraries that examined the decision making process in migration from one automated library system to another. Data are reported on planning; implementation; workflow redesign; and training, publicity, and evaluation. Supplemental materials include:…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Integrated Library Systems, Library Associations
Murphy, Catherine – School Library Media Quarterly, 1987
Discusses aspects of collection management that can be supported by the use of online catalogs, including access to the collection, building library networks, and integrating circulation and acquisitions systems. The use of microcomputers as an alternative to online systems is explored, and a list of software packages is provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Elementary Secondary Education, Interlibrary Loans, Learning Resources Centers