This paper presents general advice, illustrated by examples from the experience of the state of Ohio, on the use of written agreements, contracts, and the competitive bidding process, and indicates the benefits they can bring to a number of areas in library purchasing. Examples are concerned with the procurement of general supplies, binding…

Effects of budget adversity on acquisitions procedures in research libraries were studied through visits to ten ARL (Association of Research Libraries) libraries, interviews with more than 100 individuals, a literature search, and consultation of current ARL library annual reports. (Author)

This comparison of the treatment of microforms in small college libraries and the administration of microforms in large university libraries is adapted from a speech delivered to the Second Annual Library Microform Conference in 1976. (CM V)

Describes some of the children's services and creative means for stretching the budget to provide these services at the Peoria (Illinois) Public Library. Topics include (1) use of volunteers; (2) acquisition of materials through donations; (3) guest speakers; and (4) solicitation of prizes and reading incentives from businesses and agencies. (MES)

Introduces and presents three articles addressing the topic of acquisitions management from the perspective of the acquisitions librarian, administrator, and systems librarian. The need for a collaborative approach to the design, development, and creation of acquisitions management reports is emphasized. (JKP)

Traces the history of nonbook materials in libraries--aspects such as selection, acquisition, organization, and bibliographic control are discussed in detail. Also described are attempts at standardization of material description, development of national bibliographic centers, and physical/logical organization of materials. A bibliography of 328…

Discusses the importance of educating library patrons about the library's finances and the impact of budget constraints and the escalating cost of serials on materials acquisition. Steps that can be taken in educating patrons by interpreting and publicizing financial information are suggested. (MES)

Discusses role of teacher-librarian in process of "resource-based learning"--programs which involve students in use of wide range of print, nonprint, and human resources. Administration of the school library, selection and purchase of materials, and the working relationship between teacher-librarian and classroom teacher are highlighted. Two…

Describes the generation and utilization of financial reports by the online book order system developed at the University of Massachusetts. A series of reports record monthly book transactions, use of funds by subject and type of publication, and the performance of vendors. (Author/RAA)

Suggests that academic library management, working cooperatively with operational staff, re-think service pedagogies and staffing configurations, involve librarians in the instructional process, develop relationships with faculty and students, and improve collection development in periods of fiscal retrenchment. (FM)

This examination of collection development and bibliographic control in the small public library (small staff and modest resources) is concerned with three categories of library materials that can be identified as serials: (1) magazines; (2) reference books; (3) books in series that can circulate separately. (10 references) (EJS)

Possibilities of using regression techniques for predicting, evaluating, and controlling the performance of bibliographic search procedures are explored. "Least time" search sequences for bibliographic searching are determined. (Author)

This detailed written guide of the Valdosta State College Library coordinates the library's collection development policies with specific teaching and research needs of the college. It identifies subject subdivisions supporting the work of the departments, guides daily book selection, and provides guidance in the duplication of materials, location…

Describes the development and operation of the University of Kansas Regents Center Library, which serves nontraditional students within a three county area. Sections cover establishing the library; policy and procedures; staff, collections and acquisitions; reciprocal and liaison services; the library today; and management techniques. (JD)

Reviews the 1989 literature on collection development under the following headings: General Works; Finances; Serials; New Technology; Collection Evaluation and Measurement; Automation; Cooperative Arrangements; Selection and Review; Preservation, Storage and Collection Size; Vendors/Acquisitions; and Education and Training. (94 references) (MES)