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Peer reviewedGapen, D. Kaye – Journal of Library Administration, 1987
Reviews the role of library networks in improved access to resources, increased productivity, and cost effectiveness. The impact of electronic information on these functions is discussed, and strategies for effectively networking electronic information are presented. (1 reference) (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Change Strategies, Cooperative Planning, Cost Effectiveness
Peer reviewedMartin, Susan K. – Journal of Library Administration, 1987
Defines the basis of successful networking as the provision of financial relief and functional benefit. The services provided by OCLC, regional networks, and local area networks are examined using these criteria, and a scenario of an ideal network is presented. (10 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Cooperative Planning, Cost Effectiveness, Futures (of Society), Library Networks
Peer reviewedSimpson, Donald B. – Journal of Library Administration, 1990
Discusses libraries' participation in consortia, cooperatives, or networks to help cope with the financial pressures created by more available materials and less money. Reasons for participating are examined, factors to determine the value of belonging are suggested, cost factors are considered, and cooperative collection development is described.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Consortia, Cost Effectiveness, Costs
