Responsive Acquisitions: A Case Study on Improved Workflow at a Small Academic Library
In Brief: Fast acquisitions processes are beneficial because they get materials into patrons’ hands quicker. This article describes one library’s experience implementing a fast acquisitions process that dramatically cut turnaround times—from the point of ordering to the shelf—to under five days, all...
Main Author: | Brian Greene |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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In the Library with the Lead Pipe
2014-11-01
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Series: | In the Library with the Lead Pipe |
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Online Access: | http://www.inthelibrarywiththeleadpipe.org/2014/responsive-acquisitions-a-case-study-on-improved-workflow-at-a-small-academic-library/ |
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