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Peer reviewedHildreth, Charles R. – Electronic Library, 1987
Describes the trend toward decentralization and local, integrated systems in the library network environment. The response of the bibliographic utilities to these trends is discussed in terms of distributed processing systems, participation in the Linked Systems Project, the introduction of new and improved services, and international ventures. (1…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Decentralization, International Programs, Library Automation
Billings, Harold – Library Journal, 1989
Argues that dissatisfaction with the organizational structure of library networks, combined with advances in electronic information formats and microcomputing, may drive libraries to decentralization and a return to local systems. Changes that networks might adopt to provide an effective network governance structure are discussed. (five…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Bibliographic Utilities, Cost Effectiveness, Decentralization
Peer reviewedPenniman, W. David; Hawkins, Donald T. – Science and Technology Libraries, 1988
Describes the development of library services at AT&T Bell Labs, which led to the creation of a large variety of services and computerized systems. The discussion covers the effects of divestiture on the present network and plans for future growth. A comprehensive list of the current information product line is provided. (16 references)…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Databases, Decentralization, Delivery Systems
