Bobcatsss 2009

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provide a sampling of the flavor and content of the 2009 Bobcatsss Symposium held in Porto, Portugal.

Design/methodology/approach

An outline of the conference's stated purposes with subjective illustrations from the proceedings.

Findings

The conference's main theme was “Challenges for the new information professional”, and its focus was on the intersection of technology and librarianship in the future.

Originality/value

A brief report of value to professionals of many disciplines (particularly LIS) with an interest in the state and outlook of the information profession in 2009.

Citation

Jackman, S. (2009), "Bobcatsss 2009", New Library World, Vol. 110 No. 7/8, pp. 388-390. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074800910975214