This booklet, one of a series of background papers for the White House Conference, explores the potential of new technologies to improve library services while reducing library costs. Separate subsections describe the application of technology to the following library functions: acquisitions, catalogs and cataloging, serials control, circulation…

This report describes the Systematic Computerized Processing in Cataloguing system (SCOPE), an automated system for the catalog department of a university library. The system produces spine labels, pocket labels, book cards for the circulation system, catalog cards including shelf list, main entry, subject and added entry cards, statistics, an…

The 116 citations on book catalogs are divided into the following two main sections: (1) Selected References, in alphabetic sequence by personal or institutional author and (2) Anonymous Entries, in alphabetic sequence by title. One hundred and seven of the citations cover the years 1960 through March 1969. There are five scattered citations in…

The operation of the new automated circulation system at Southampton University Library is recorded in this report. The report is intended mainly for those with experience of automation, and so a brief non-technical account of the work of the Counter staff is included. The report describes the six transactions for which the machine is programmed,…

Very preliminary systems concepts are presented for the Order and Standard Loan Subsystems. Each of the tasks defined for the current manual operations in (Library Systems Development) LSD 70-60 are evaluated against these concepts to determine how existing work will change when mechanized systems are installed. Then, utilizing this qualitative…

Addresses the need for liberal arts colleges and the use of available technology/automation to help secure their survival. Some factors to be considered in planning and budgeting for automation are discussed. (Author/MBR)

This paper reports a study which compares several methods of materials processing, including different methods of utilizing OCLC, in order to present findings on the feasibility, praticality, and cost benefit value of such services. (Author)

This review of the 1987 journal literature on serials covers (1) electronic and optical storage; (2) automation of processing; (3) cataloging; (4) holdings information and cooperative efforts; (5) cost analysis and collection contraction; (6) work abroad; (7) subject collections; (8) serving patrons; (9) serials as a professional specialty; and…

On-line circulation systems divide into two types. One type contains records only for charged or otherwise absent items. The other contains a file of records for all titles or volumes in the library collection, regardless of their circulation status. This paper traces differences between the two types. (31 references) (Author)

The Acquisitions System has been using the IBM 360/40 computer since April 1968. The order routine is described and pertinent order records and printouts discussed. (Author/NH)

Examines the development of the microcomputer and focuses on its potential for library automation. The characteristics of microcomputers and minicomputers are contrasted and a selected annotated bibliography includes a list of specialty magazines on microcomputers. (RAA)

Presents five brief papers that touch on the role of the computer center, sources of conflict, and basic incompatibilities in the relationship with the library. Also discussed are developmental operating difficulties, negotiation of continuing relationships, and the need for tolerance and mutual respect. (Author/RAA)

Reports on a forum held at Rutgers University that addressed issues involved in authority control in the online environment of libraries. Topics discussed include authority control to help the collocating functions of a library catalog; authority control in online systems; automated authority control and technical services; and users and thesaurus…

Integration of audiovisual materials into the total library program is shown to be superior to the maintenance of a separate administrative unit. (PF)

This report describes the use of Apple Macintosh computers in the Merriam Center Library (MCL) (Illinois), a small, specialized library located on the campus of the University of Chicago. The appropriateness of the Macintosh for library use and the introduction of Macintosh computers to MCL are briefly discussed, current computer applications are…