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Gratch, Bonnie; Wood, Elizabeth – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1991
Discussion of strategic planning in academic libraries focuses on Bowling Green State University's experience with the strategic planning process. A strategic planning model is explained; the development of goals, objectives, and priorities is discussed; planning for implementation is described; and the review and revision process is discussed.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Planning, Models
Harada, Violet H. – School Library Media Quarterly, 1996
Describes a collegial assistance network that has been established in Hawaii for professional development for school library media specialists. Focuses on a research-based analysis of the key principles and processes involved in its successful planning and implementation. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Cooperation, Library Planning, Media Specialists, Networks
Peterson, Christine – 1993
This manual provides information to help libraries in Texas considering an automation project, with special emphasis on smaller libraries. The solutions discussed are microcomputer-based. The manual begins with a discussion of how to prepare for the automation of a library, including planning, approval, collection decisions, policy, and staffing.…
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Planning, Microcomputers
Epstein, Susan Baerg – Library Journal, 1983
Discussion of care and planning given to the implementation of an automated library system highlights informing the staff in the early stages, project management, involvement of the entire staff, the control log, time and money, where and when to go online, and implementation consultants. (EJS)
Descriptors: Consultants, Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Personnel
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Lennertz, Lora L.; Conway, Cheryl L. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1997
Discusses the process of planning and implementing a barcode project for library serials based on experiences at the University of Arkansas Fayetteville library. Topics include dumb versus smart barcodes, cataloging, classification, application rate of barcode labels, and library staff participation. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cataloging, Classification, Higher Education
Baltzer, Jan A. – Computers in Libraries, 2000
Discusses the need for strategic planning in libraries for the use of information technology that will add value to the library and better serve the users. Explains a model for developing information technology strategic plans that includes vision statements, goals and strategies, and an implementation timeline. (LRW)
Descriptors: Information Technology, Library Planning, Models, Organizational Objectives
Cunningham, Jim – Computers in Libraries, 1997
Identifies key issues and provides strategies for building a library Web site. Highlights include defining the purpose in accordance with what is technically possible; the server; connectivity; designation of responsibilities; page and link maintenance and enhancement; administrative organization, including a Web Governing Group, Web…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Development, Library Planning, Program Implementation
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Kotch, Marianne – Public Libraries, 2002
Discusses "The New Planning for Results" manual published by the American Library Association that helps create local standards of public library service, and provides implementation examples based on experiences in Vermont. Highlights include evaluating community needs; service responses to those needs; developing library objectives;…
Descriptors: Community Needs, Library Planning, Library Services, Library Standards
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Beck, William L.; Nolf, Marsha L. – College and Research Libraries, 1992
Reports on the development and implementation of a self-study process at the California University of Pennsylvania library. Use of the results by the State System of Higher Education as well as other accrediting organizations is described, academic library standards are discussed, and benefits of a program review are considered. (four references)…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Accrediting Agencies, Higher Education, Library Planning
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Greiner, Ruth D.; Saxton, Matthew L. – Public Libraries, 1998
Suggests four methods for implementing a successful library planning process, based on experiences at the Anaheim (California) Public Library. Highlights include maximizing the level of public input; engaging staff at all levels in all stages of the process; assessing all input critically; and proper use in decision making. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Decision Making, Library Personnel, Library Planning
Jackson, Kathy M.; And Others – Online, 1988
The first of two articles on the acquisition and implementation of a large laserdisk service at Texas A&M University covers funding, donor recognition, selection and ordering of databases, planning and integrating the service with other information services, and future funding and plans. (5 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Library Planning
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Library Hi Tech, 1985
Five prominent consultants--Richard Boss, Susan Baerg Epstein, Rob McGee, Joseph Matthews, James E. Rush--discuss the most common mistakes vendors make in implementing library automated systems. Suggestions are made for correcting basic problems relating to identification of library needs, communications, delivery dates, inadequate systems, and…
Descriptors: Information Needs, Information Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Library Automation
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Pungitore, Verna L. – Public Libraries, 1993
Describes a field study of four public libraries that examined the extent to which differences in local implementation of the Public Library Association's long-range planning process produced differences in planning outcomes. Reasons for deciding to plan, participant evaluation of the process, and specific outcomes are highlighted. (LRW)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Evaluation Methods, Field Studies, Library Associations
Mayo, Diane; Nelson, Sandra – 1999
A technology plan provides a blueprint against which to measure new technologies and applications, assess future needs, and allocate resources to balance technology with the needs of users and staff. This book is a comprehensive and practical guide for librarians preparing a technology plan. The book is divided into five planning steps, each of…
Descriptors: Information Technology, Library Administration, Library Development, Library Equipment
Humphreys, Betsy L.; And Others – 1985
Established in 1956, the National Library of Medicine (NLM) was charged to acquire and preserve books, periodicals, prints, films, recordings, and other library materials pertinent to medicine. Since the establishment of the NLM, significant effort has been devoted to carrying out preservation responsibilities. In 1983, the Library Operations (LO)…
Descriptors: Biomedicine, Environmental Influences, Library Collections, Library Facilities
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