The Subject Liason’s Survival Guide to Technical Services
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. Collection Development
Structure
Communication
Policy
Data and Information
2. Budgets and Budgeting
Sources of Funds
Decision Making
Allocating Funds within the Library
Communication and Timing
3. Submitting Orders
Organizational Structure
Information and Processes
Timing is Everything
4. Acquisitions Ordering
Record Keeping and Communication
Ordering Processes
Timing is Everything (Again)
5. Receiving and Processing
Books, Media, and Other Non-Serial Items
Collection Designation
Databases and E-journals
6. Cataloging
Copy and Original Cataloging
Enhancing Cataloging Records
Individual Record Editing
Batch Editing
Workflow Edits
Enhancing the Catalog Itself
7. Collection Maintenance
Weeding
Initiation and Planning
Decision Making
Withdrawal Processes
Location Changes
Format Updates
Glossary
Bibliography
Index