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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
Epstein, Susan Baerg – Library Journal, 1983
Discussion of care and planning given to the implementation of an automated library system highlights informing the staff in the early stages, project management, involvement of the entire staff, the control log, time and money, where and when to go online, and implementation consultants. (EJS)
Descriptors: Consultants, Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Personnel
Jackson, Kathy M.; And Others – Online, 1988
The first of two articles on the acquisition and implementation of a large laserdisk service at Texas A&M University covers funding, donor recognition, selection and ordering of databases, planning and integrating the service with other information services, and future funding and plans. (5 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Library Planning

Leggate, Peter; Dyer, Hilary – Electronic Library, 1985
This first in a series of six articles introducing microcomputer applications in smaller libraries discusses microcomputer components (hardware, operating systems, applications software); microcomputer history; current hardware; library applications; performance criteria; factors influencing performance; integrated systems; information retrieval;…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Costs, Evaluation Criteria, History
Cotter, Barbara – 1981
Intended to aid administrators and users of social services in establishing information systems, this comprehensive guide to the design of such systems identifies the elements, effective strategies, and potential pitfalls involved in their planning, implementation, and utilization. Detailed discussions of management strategies for system…
Descriptors: Administration, Adoption, Automation, Child Abuse
Carroll, James; And Others – 1994
This document contains the instructional technology strategic plan for the Arlington Public Schools (APS) as developed by the Instructional Media & Technology (IMT) Department, which was established in 1992. The mission of this department is to support teachers, students, and related instructional staff in the effective use of instructional,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Cost Estimates, Distance Education