A big piece of wrong

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of the paper is to share a perspective new to the author, regarding how acquisitions problems in the library grow and present themselves.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper considers possible ways to prevent problems and minimize time spent solving them.

Findings

Filing, establishing standard operating procedures, and delegating problems might eliminate or prevent some problems, but unexpected staff shortages and intermittent or unusual problems will continue to occur.

Originality/value

It is hoped that the realization that not every situation can be anticipated will help faculty and staff be more patient with their colleagues in the library.

Citation

Steele, K. (2012), "A big piece of wrong", The Bottom Line, Vol. 25 No. 1, pp. 21-22. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880451211229180