Publisher's Synopsis
Planning a library move tends to be a once-in-a-working-lifetime experience, so it's not unusual to feel overwhelmed and intimidated by the prospect. And it is the librarian rather than a consultant firm who is expected to either formulate a plan to reorganize a library or at least lay the groundwork for it. - - This book provides the basic framework on how to plan, design, prepare and implement the move of a small or medium sized library from the time of the project's inception to its completion. Guidance and practical tips on planning the project cover all areas, including how to arrange a serviceable library layout and how to organize functional relationships around reference sources, electronic resources, catalogue assistance, and staff stations. - - A variety of moving methods, taking into account the different needs of libraries, are fully assessed. In addition, the book proposes a method for assessing collection size in libraries with subjects that expand at different growth rates, and introduces a technique for translating this data into shelf space allocation in preparation for the move of the collection. A case study shows how to utilize a database management system for moving a journal collection and considers the important issue of the impact of change on personnel. - - Overall the book provides a comprehensive do-it-yourself guide for the busy librarian or information manager who is faced with the task of solving a space dilemma in a library setting, whether the library is in a college, university, public or commercial institution. -
