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Kurtz, Helen G. – Libr J, 1970
Without sophisticated machines, Rhode Island sets up a processing unit to serve all types of libraries in the state. (Author)
Descriptors: Automation, Library Cooperation, Library Networks, Library Services
Kilgour, Frederick G. – Datamation, 1970
The Center's director reports on a system that "will be able to catalog and process documents, keep track of their status, do retrieval, and facilitate serials control for member libraries throughout the state." (Editor/LS)
Descriptors: Computers, Equipment Utilization, Library Networks, Library Services
Anderson, Terry; And Others – 1979
This collection of bibliographies funded by the state cooperative extension service lists books and articles on various aspects of rural librarianship. Topics include community development and community analysis, school-public library cooperation, administration of the small and medium-sized library, library networking and interlibrary…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Networks, Library Science, Library Services
Roth, Harold L.; And Others – 1971
Recommendations are made for further centralization of cataloging and processing for libraries in Indiana. The eventual goal would be to offer such services to all types of libraries in the state, with the exception of special libraries and large university libraries, from several (three to four) regional area processing centers. These in turn…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Centralization, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
Wright, Donald E. – 1973
This document is intended as a workbook for trustees and librarians in the Mid-Eastern Ohio Library Organization (MOLO) to use to develop their own specific program of cooperation, both short and long range, under the Ohio Plan for Library Development. Eleven libraries in the area were surveyed with a view toward increasing the effectiveness of…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Cooperation, Library Networks, Library Planning
Chitwood, Julius R. – 1976
When assessing the possible impact of library technical processes on library space utilization in the future, it should be taken into account that the role of libraries as book and document depositories is being replaced by the emerging role of information delivery systems. Miniaturization and new technology may decrease space needs, but in most…
Descriptors: Libraries, Library Automation, Library Facilities, Library Networks

McAllister, Caryl; McAllister, A. Stratton – Journal of Library Automation, 1979
Describes the DOBIS/LIBIS system and its capabilities for automated management of individual libraries and library networks. DOBIS/LIBIS is an integrated, interactive system that includes the major library functions of searching, cataloging, circulation, and acquisitions processing for a network of libraries. (Author/RAA)
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Networks, Library Services

Harrelson, Larry E. – RQ, 1975
Examines current activity, potential additional services, and major problems in the use of cable television systems by libraries. (PF)
Descriptors: Cable Television, Community Services, Libraries, Library Networks
Texas State Library, Austin. – 1966
This manual of the Centralized Processing Center (CPC) was published in 1966 by the Texas State Library as an introduction to, and explanation of, its services. The CPC is defined as a service center which receives requests for material from member libraries, then orders, receives, classifies, catalogs, prepares catalog and shelf list cards, and…
Descriptors: Administration, Centralization, Guides, Instruction

Kniesner, Dan L.; Meyer, Betty J. – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1973
This report pertains to a large research library beginning the change-over to shared cataloging by an on-line system, and the early stages of the implementation of computer techniques for part of the technical processes system of the Ohio College Library Center (OCLC). (Author)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Library Automation, Library Networks, Library Planning
Little (Arthur D.), Inc., Cambridge, MA. – 1967
This evaluation was conducted to review library service to Massachusetts state institutions and to examine levels of present or potential cooperation among all types of libraries. Based on interviews and questionnaires, the study is divided into three areas: resources for all types of libraries, service to state institutions, and library service…
Descriptors: Centralization, Disabilities, Institutions, Interlibrary Loans
Department of the Interior, Washington, DC. Office of Library Services. – 1971
Opening remarks at the Workshop were given by Erik Bromberg, Director of Library Services, and the keynote address was presented by the Hon. Lawrence H. Dunn. Topics covered during the workshop included: a view from the top; Washington to Ann Arbor; Portland to Washington; library services; the Federal Library Committee; the new service of the…
Descriptors: Government Libraries, Interlibrary Loans, Libraries, Library Collections
Schuman, Patricia Glass – Library Journal, 1987
Three beliefs about library networks are discussed and shown to be myths: i.e., networks save money, blur the lines between technical and public services, and, by breaking down barriers between libraries, will move the profession from a philosophy of ownership to one of access. (EM)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Change, Library Automation, Library Networks
Michigan Library, Lansing. – 1994
This manual contains information about the Michigan Documents Depository Library Program as administered by the Library of Michigan, a brief history of the program, the types of publications distributed, and guidance on handling and processing depository shipments. The first section briefly outlines the history of the Michigan documents depository…
Descriptors: Depository Libraries, Government Publications, Library Administration, Library Materials
Bolin, Mary K., Ed. – 1988
This report examines the costs of and services provided by the three major bibliographic utilities, OCLC (Online Computer Library Center), RLIN (Research Libraries Information Network), and WLN (Western Library Network). The services examined include acquisitions, cataloging, interlibrary loan, and reference. To examine costs, the format of the…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Cataloging, Comparative Analysis, Costs