The technology of choice to effect the humanization and economic well-being of libraries is computerization. (20 references) (Author)

Production was increased by analyzing the duties of the staff and assigning duties to the proper level of personnel. Further improvement was made through the use of process forms and machines. (Author/NH)

Developments and trends in various technologies relevant to library usage are examined for new insights and perspectives into the future of library technology. (Author/AB)

The Index allows both forward and retrospective searching and is easy to compile and manipulate by machine. (AB)

This paper reports a study of computer filing which utilizes the arranging possibilities of the computer and of careful format design to considerable advantage. (Author/NH)

Discusses library staff and public reaction to the computerization of library operations at the Pikes Peak Library District in Colorado Springs. An outline of computer applications implemented since the inception of the program in 1975 is included. (EJS)

Discusses the negotiation of a purchase contract agreement between a library and vendor's sale representative for the purchase of an automated system. Vendor ploys and the negotiation process--selecting important issues, establishing tentative position on issues, developing alternatives, reaching agreement on all contract terms--are noted. Eleven…

Discusses the retrospective conversion of the cataloging records of Texas A & M University Library into machine-readable format, noting choice of alternatives to complete project, choice of vendor, in-house preparation, problems and procedures in execution of the project, and benefits gained. (EJS)

Describes the applications, management, and design techniques of a mechanized library system in use at the National Center for Atmospheric Research. Fourteen references are listed. (FM)

Discusses networking, other forms of interlibrary cooperation, and the need for library managers to be aware of their role in these cooperative ventures. (CHC)

Reports the application of a microcomputer for automating the circulation system of a small public library in Oregon. (RAA)

Five information company executives present an overview of the impact of technological innovation upon the library and its services and offer their predictions for libraries in 1985. (RAA)

Illustrates the best form for library catalogs through a retrospective examination of the nineteenth century Rudolph Continuous Indexer. (RAA)

Library collection weeding criteria based upon unequal distribution of demand require that distribution remain stable over time. A mathematical expression is derived that tests that stability. Verification is not inordinately time consuming and is facilitated by the use of automated circulation systems. (Author/RAA)