This text provides the basic framework on how to plan, design, prepare and implement the move of a small or medium-sized library from the project's inception to its completion. Guidance and practical tips are offered on how to arrange a servicable library layout, and how to organize functional relationships around reference sources; electronic sources; catalogue assistance; and staff stations. The book assesses a variety of moving methods, taking into account the different needs of libraries. It proposes a method for assessing collection size in libraries with subjects that expand at different growth rates, and introduces a technique for translating this data into shelf space allocation. A case study shows how to utilize a database management system for moving a journal collection and considers the impact of change upon personnel.
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Verlagsort
Verlagsgruppe
Zielgruppe
Illustrationen
Illustrations, forms, plans
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Höhe: 162 mm
Breite: 241 mm
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ISBN-13
978-0-566-07701-2 (9780566077012)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Part 1 Planning a new facility: preliminary planning considerations; blueprint for a library design; selecting and training the staff; planning the move; reviewing the collection; calculating collection size; making an inventory of other items to be moved; preparing the site for the move; using an online database for moving a journal collection - a case study; organizing move day; opening the new facility. Part 2 Alternatives to a new library facility: in house shifting; shelving options; storage options; collection management and document delivery services; looking to the future.