Library Automation for 21 Century

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Library automation in the 21 century is on interconnecting systems, sharing information resources through innovative networking and ensuring equitable access to a broad range of information and users. These developments include the growth of the use of networks and the internet. This book is a guide for library professionals about the planning process for a library automation system of all sizes. The library needs are more sophisticated, if your current library automation is not fit for latest technology environment of 21 century and your library system does not work properly, you should look for new library systems. Seize this opportunity to assess your library’s mission, look at your current capabilities and expertise and analyse how a new library system can help you meet your service goals.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR R.S. Aswal

R.S. Aswal is working as Assistant Manager (Lib. & Information Services) for last five years in VTLS Software Private Limited. Presently he is handling a major project of cataloging of National Library of India, Kolkata and Central Institute of Indian Languages, Mysore. Prior to this he has worked for UP State Cement Corporation Ltd. He has written following three books: CDS/ISIS for Windows: a handbook for Librarians, Information Networks in India, MARC21: Cataloging format for 21 Century. Next title "Library automation for 21st Century" is under process and expected to come on the market at the end of the June 2005. He is also associated with the teaching programmes of two universities.