Managing Acquisitions in Library and Information Services - Liz Chapman

Managing Acquisitions in Library and Information Services

By: Liz Chapman

Paperback | 15 May 2004 | Edition Number 3

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This is the definitive text on procedures and practice in acquisitions. It approaches the acquisitions process logically, from requests through to the checking, ordering and receipt of library materials. It aims to explain the role of acquisitions in its context, and to improve service in terms of speed, cost, efficiency and financial competence.

This classic text has been fully revised and updated to reflect recent innovations in acquisitions, especially the increasing use of the internet and online purchasing by libraries, publishers and suppliers. Other major revisions to the text cover key areas such as: changes in the supply chain; consortia purchasing; the emerging e-book market; and the planned extension of ISBN numbers. The new edition also includes expanded guidance on acquiring non-book materials such as government information, music and audio-visual materials. Topics covered include:

pre-order checking

publishers and publishing

beyond the basic book

suppliers

ordering

out-of-the-ordinary ordering

when the orders arrive

budgets and finance

the way ahead.

Packed with checklists and real-life examples from actual library order systems, publishers and suppliers, it places the subject firmly in its practical context, while also considering important future developments in acquisitions.


Readership

: Library and information professionals new to the acquisitions function, LIS students, and assistants in acquisitions and technical services throughout all sectors will find this an essential and state-of-the-art guide to all aspects of the acquisitions process. It will also be of interest to those wanting to improve or revise their acquisitions practice.

1. Introduction
2. Pre-order checking
3. Publishers and publishing
4. Beyond the basic book
5. Suppliers
6. Ordering
7. Out-of-the-ordinary ordering
8. When the orders arrive
9. Finance and budgets
10. The way ahead

Industry Reviews
Reviews of the previous edition: 'This book is a gem...This outstanding publication deserves to become a standard work in library acquisitions departments and library schools throughout the world.' AUSTRALIAN LIBRARY JOURNAL 'An exemplary manual which is as impressive in its clarity, both of language and layout, as it is in its breadth and depth of knowledge.' JOURNAL OF LIBRARIANSHIP AND INFORMATION SCIENCE 'The author's written style is very clear. She conveys her meaning simply and precisely as only an expert in a subject can do.' LIBRARY ASSOCIATION RECORD

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