This book offers everything you need to know about selecting and implementing the best integrated library system (ILS) for your library, whether you purchase and install it yourself or hire a consultant to assist you.
This is the book you've been waiting for. Integrated Library Systems: Planning, Selecting, and Implementing is an all-inclusive guide to acquiring a new ILS. Detailed and practical, the book covers every step of the process, from cost-benefit analysis, to evaluating software, writing the request for proposal, and implementation and training.
You'll learn about different types of integrated library systems-standalone, turnkey, hosted, software-as-a-service (cloud computing), and open-source-and how to assess your facility and staff to find the best fit. The book also covers evaluation of software and hardware; third-party add-ons, such as RFID; and writing successful budget proposals and justification statements. There is even specific, headache-saving advice on working with sales reps, such as the warning not to ever accept the statement: "The vendor will not be held accountable to the contents of the RFP." Even if you're working with a consultant, this book will help you understand the process and make informed decisions.
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The audience for this title is either a librarian who has to select or replace an Integrated Library System (ILS) or a library science student studying IT. It provides solid instruction in guiding a librarian through this process, including systematic and detailed step-by-step instructions on the practical aspects of choosing an ILS; working with the vendor; budgeting and time-line planning; and implementation and training. An appendix contains an up-to-date directory of ILS vendors, including software-as-a-service, turnkey, and open source vendors. Also appended are samples of a strategic plan, a technology plan, and a request for proposal. A good primer for choosing an ILS. * Booklist Online * This book tackles the whole process and cites additional resources that can be used. Recommended for librarians seeking to automate for the first time. * Library Journal *
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Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Zielgruppe
Für Beruf und Forschung
Interest Age: From 7 to 17 years
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Höhe: 280 mm
Breite: 216 mm
Dicke: 12 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-59158-897-9 (9781591588979)
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Desiree Webber is director of the Mustang Public Library, Mustang, OK.
Andrew Peters is associate director for technology at the Pioneer Library System, Norman, OK.
