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Moulton, Lynda W. – Special Libraries, 1987
Outlines the process involved in selecting or developing software for building a machine-readable database and the special librarian's role in that process. The following steps are identified: (1) needs assessment; (2) project cost and justification; (3) software selection; (4) implementation; and (5) startup and maintenance. Twelve references are…
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Library Automation, Needs Assessment, Program Implementation

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

Adkins, Meredith C.; Lucas, Kathleen C. – Electronic Library, 1986
This checklist provides guidance on how to measure adequacy of control and security of computer systems, identifies areas of risk, raises management and user awareness of their stewardship responsibilities, and reviews issues relative to system documentation, maintenance, integrity, and reliability. (MBR)
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Integrity