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Gorman, Michael – American Libraries, 1979
Examines the potential benefits and problems for libraries using a fully automated short record circulation system, one that consists of a number designating the item, enough bibliographic information to identify it, information on its location, and information on the borrower. (FM)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Information Retrieval, Library Automation, Library Circulation
Smorch, Tom – American Libraries, 1984
Describes preparations involved in writing the 115-page "Request for Proposal for the Acquisition, Installation, and Maintenance of an On-Line Integrated Library System for the Genesee District Library" (Flint, Michigan). Preliminary investigations, American Library Association annual conference input, the Automation Task Force,…
Descriptors: Consultants, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Personnel
Matthews, Joseph R. – American Libraries, 1982
This set of summaries of problems and issues pertaining to the selection and implementation of automated integrated library information systems (AILS) deals with such topics as the nature of integrated library systems, the rationale for installing such systems, automated systems operations, available technology, and options for obtaining the…
Descriptors: Computers, Information Systems, Library Acquisition, Library Automation