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Peer reviewedBuckland, Michael K. – Library Quarterly, 1972
The variable" loan and duplication policy which was developed is described and also the considerable impact of implementation. The work is presented as a case study in library O.R. The great importance of analyzing the structure of problems is stressed and the nature and usefulness of models is described. (9 references) (Author/NH)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Library Circulation, Library Materials, Library Services
Peer reviewedHamburg, Morris; And Others – Library Quarterly, 1972
For optimal allocations of limited funds, it is necessary for libraries to develop measures of output. Various forms of user exposure to documents are discussed in an effort to develop such measures for public libraries. It is suggested that the accrual method of accounting be used to compare such measures with costs. (40 references) (Author/NH)
Descriptors: Costs, Decision Making, Libraries, Library Research
Peer reviewedMorse, Philip M. – Library Quarterly, 1972
Mathematical models of library operations are presented which describe the amount of use made of resources by a user in a visit, the distribution of book circulation in a collection, the dependence of circulation on time, and the effect of multiple copies on user satisfaction. (9 references) (Author/NH)
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Library Circulation, Library Collections, Library Services
