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Surace, Cecily J. – Special Libraries, 1972
PEARL (Periodicals Automation, Rand Library) was established as an automated periodicals control system. Its objective is to facilitate the precessing, routing and control of the library's periodical subscriptions and holdings. The system became operational in November 1969. The manual Kardex System was completely eliminated in December 1970. (17…
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Services, Periodicals
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Cohen, Laura Berner – Special Libraries, 1995
A survey of synagogues in upstate New York was conducted to determine the success of their libraries despite minimal professional input. The areas of circulation, collection growth, staffing, hours of operation and cataloging practices were evaluated as indicators of success. Results showed that synagogue libraries are meeting the needs of their…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Library Circulation, Library Collection Development, Library Personnel
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Hodowanec, George V. – Special Libraries, 1972
This annotated bibliography is an outgrowth of a course in technical processes offered at the Graduate School of Library Science, Drexel University. The need for an up-to-date collection of materials dealing with the various aspects of technical services prompted the development of this list of readings. (165 references) (Author/NH)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Cataloging, Library Acquisition, Library Automation
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Randall, G. E.; Oxton, J. G. – Special Libraries, 1973
An integrated library record-keeping system introduced ten years ago is still viable. Unanticipated fringe benefits have been interspersed with an occasional unanticipated faux pas. Computer costs, equipment requirements, and the possibilities for the future are covered. (2 references) (Author)
Descriptors: Automation, Computers, Library Automation, Library Circulation
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Harley, Bruce – Special Libraries, 1994
Provides a description and assessment of the merger of the government publications division and the maps division at the San Diego State University (California) library that was necessitated by budgetary constraints. The impact on patrons is discussed, including reference assistance, arrangement of materials, reference and circulation policies,…
Descriptors: Budgeting, College Libraries, Government Publications, Higher Education