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Direct linkEurich, Markus; Calleja, Paul; Boutellier, Roman – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 2013
High performance computing (HPC) service centres are a vital part of the academic infrastructure of higher education organisations. However, despite their importance for research and the necessary high capital expenditures, business research on HPC service centres is mostly missing. From a business perspective, it is important to find an answer to…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Commercialization, Models, Computer Centers
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 reviewedThomas, Pauline A.; Robertson, Stephen E. – Journal of Documentation, 1975
A pilot project tested the feasibility of developing computer simulation models as aids to the operation and design of library systems. (Author/PF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Libraries, Library Services, Library Technical Processes
Peer reviewedJurow, Susan – Journal of Library Administration, 1993
Explains the need for meaningful performance measures in libraries and the Total Quality Management (TQM) approach to data collection. Five tools representing different stages of a TQM inquiry are covered (i.e., the Shewhart Cycle, flowcharts, cause-and-effect diagrams, Pareto charts, and control charts), and benchmarking is addressed. (Contains…
Descriptors: Administrative Principles, Benchmarking, Data Collection, Evaluation Methods
