A Cost Effectiveness Model for Comparing Various Circulation Systems.

Burgess, Thomas K.

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ERIC Number: EJ086528

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Publication Date: 1973

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A Cost Effectiveness Model for Comparing Various Circulation Systems

Burgess, Thomas K.

Journal of Library Automation, 6, 2, 75-86, Jun 73

Two models for circulation systems (manual and automated) costing are presented. Validation tests for the model assumptions are devised and explained. Use of the models for cost effectiveness comparison and for cost prediction are discussed and examples are given showing their application. (10 references) (Author/SJ)

Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Models

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