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Optimizing the size of journal collections in libraries

 

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Title:

Optimizing the size of journal collections in libraries

Author(s):

R.H.A. Wessels

Journal:

Interlending & Document Supply

Year:

1995

Volume:

23

Issue:

3

Page:

18 - 21


DOI:

10.1108/02641619510155031

Publisher:

MCB UP Ltd

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Abstract:

Libraries are increasingly dependent on remote document supply to fill gaps in their own collections. Budget restrictions sometimes lead to a situation in which the local collection is too small and there is over-reliance on remote supply. Depicts a model by which a clear indication can be given for the optimal size of a local collection. Provides two examples for specific libraries. Application to other libraries is possible by changing the four parameters of the model. The model is only applicable in an environment where the quality of remote document supply is guaranteed. Presents a short description of the international document supply services of the Jupiter consortium in The Netherlands.

Keywords:

Collection management, Document supply, Libraries


Article Type:

Technical paper


Article URL:

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/02641619510155031

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