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Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
A purchase order variable format in support of computerized book ordering/acquisitions process is proposed for libraries and vendors by Subcommittee U, Computerized Ordering of Books, and National Information Standards Organization. General format structure, record content, generalized schematic, examples, and descriptions of data elements are…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Library Acquisition, Library Materials, Online Systems

Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Presents revision of Book Industry Systems Advisory Committee (BISAC) format designed specifically for electronic transmission of purchase orders for monograph or series titles combining fixed and variable length data fields which was approved in January 1983. Special characters, sample address descriptions, summary of fixed records, glossary, and…
Descriptors: Computers, Information Networks, Library Acquisition, Publishing Industry

Ziegman, Bruce; Aveney, Brian – Information Technology and Libraries, 1982
Describes features of the acquisitions subsystem of the online computer system introduced by the Washington Library Network and offered to all participants who use the subsystem and all interested vendors, noting equipment and programs used, and online ordering procedures available. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Databases, Library Acquisition, Library Automation

Crawford, Walt – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
This checklist based on an earlier version (1980) relates specifically to cathode ray tube and other visual display terminals (VDTs) and also applies to personal computers. Highlights include changes in VDTs, selecting a VDT (evaluate needs, survey market, observe and use, talk to users), and screen and keyboard characteristics. (EJS)
Descriptors: Display Systems, Equipment Evaluation, Equipment Standards, Guidelines