Four papers discuss: (1) advantages and disadvantages of uniform serial titles; (2) corporate names as qualifiers in uniform titles; (3) earliest entry cataloging of serials; and (4) latest entry cataloging in an automated environment. (MES)

Describes a model conceived as an aid to the designer of serials management systems for structuring the serial arrival prediction, check-in, and claiming functions of these systems. The model is described with examples of its application to known serial issue arrival cases in a table of examples. (Author)

The major provisions of the International Serials Data System and International Standard Bibliographic Description for Serials are presented and related to present rules of entry for serials as detailed in the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules. (Author)

Careful attention to the selection of an appropriate microformat and viewing equipment can successfully extend the effectiveness of computer output microfilm to include patron-use library automation applications. (Author)

The proceedings of an October 1974 institute on automated serials control are summarized. (Author/PF)

Summarizes the formal presentations of an institute considering all aspects of the catalog--its use as a tool consulted by librarians and patrons, the impact of centralized cataloging on bibliographic control, and the impact of technological advances on the format of the catalog. (Author/PF)

Focuses on quantitative studies which can be made using data obtained from machine-readable catalogs and applied to actual or potential catalog use. (Author)

All articles cited in "Library Literature" between 1949 and 1974 dealing with automation of serials control, but not including articles on union lists or other cooperative projects, are listed and annotated. The articles are presented in chronological order, providing a history of the topic. Entries include the "Library Literature" citation…

The on-line union list currently being developed by the University of Pittsburgh and libraries of the Pittsburgh Regional Library Center is described, including information on present procedures, future plans, and format for local data records agreed upon with OCLC. (Author/KP)

Libraries frequently reject automation because of high costs and lack of expertise. A simple, economical, automated serials records system is presented, based on storage of data on IBM cards. The system was implemented at the Radford College Library to best meet numerous needs. Samples of files and reports are given along with maintenance…

If any one word can be singled out as characterizing the impetus behind much of the work in serials on both the national and international levels for 1975, it is standardization. (Author)

The Ad Hoc Discussion Group on Serials formed on June 26, 1973, is attempting to foster cooperation and coordination in the generation and maintenance of machine-readable union files of serials. (Author/RS)

An on-line serials control system with particular emphasis on storage and maintenance concepts is described. The system allows real-time display and updating of all elements of the file. (6 references) (Author)

Sixteen articles discuss the library/subscription agency relationship and changes brought about by automation in the United States. The work of the agency as publisher and in other exceptional areas is also described, and relevant activities in Great Britain, the Middle East, and Nigeria are considered. A selected bibliography on automated…

Some recently established national programs for serials automation are evaluated from the point of view of the practicing librarian. (Author/PF)