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Peer reviewedMosley, Isobel Jean – Journal of Library Automation, 1977
A cost-effectiveness analysis evaluating manual and automated circulation systems is described. The methodology identifies all automation costs and real changes in effectiveness. (Author/KP)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Costs
Peer reviewedDruschel, Joselyn – Journal of Library Automation, 1981
Cost analysis of an automated network system and a manual system of cataloging and book processing indicates a 20 percent savings using automation. Per unit costs based on the average monthly automation rate are used for comparison. Higher manual system costs are attributed to staff costs. (RAA)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Costs
