The Administration and Management of Integrated Library Systems: A Survey and Results
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Rosann V. Bazirjian (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: The Pennsylvania State University Libraries developed a committee organizational structure (composed of a steering committee and functional expert teams) to administer and manage its integrated library system. This paper will summarize that organizational structure and highlight management trends that were revealed as a result of a survey to CIC (Committee on Institutional Cooperation) libraries. Key patterns emerged in the areas of decision making, collaboration and reporting structure, and communication that may serve as standards in the discussion revolving around the best way to administer and manage an integrated library system. Decision making is being brought to the functional level, the need for positive collaboration between library departments is being realized, and the distribution of expertise throughout the libraries has facilitated the communication process.
The Administration and Management of Integrated Library Systems: A Survey and Results
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Library Resources and Technical Services 48(1): 254-267 (2004)
- Language: English
- Date: 2004
- Keywords
- Academic libraries, Management trends, Library automation, Integrated library system,