Digital Disruption and Electronic Resource Management in Libraries

Nihar K. Dr. Patra

ISBN 10: 0081020457 / ISBN 13: 9780081020456

Published by Elsevier Science & Technology, Chandos Publishing, 2017

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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Digital Disruption and Electronic Resource Management in Libraries identifies issues in the management of e-resources. The paradigm shift from Electronic Resources to Electronic Resource Management (ERM) has meant significant change for libraries and their users. One of the most important functions of a library is to provide information in electronic format. Libraries provide access to a wide variety of resources. A major challenge for libraries and librarians is therefore the management of this diversity of e-resources. ERM has emerged in this context. This book gives theoretical and practical information to assist librarians with ERM. It discusses broad trends and specific topics in the current landscape. It is devoted to theory, history, lifecycle, ERM systems, and the management of e-resources. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Digital Disruption and Electronic Resource Management in Libraries
• Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology, Chandos Publishing
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0081020457
• ISBN 13: 9780081020456
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 229W x 152H x 9D millimeters 229 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 9 millimeters depth
• Weight: 300 grams

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Synopsis

Digital Disruption and Electronic Resource Management in Libraries identifies issues in the management of e-resources. The paradigm shift from Electronic Resources to Electronic Resource Management (ERM) has meant significant change for libraries and their users. One of the most important functions of a library is to provide information in electronic format. Libraries provide access to a wide variety of resources. A major challenge for libraries and librarians is therefore the management of this diversity of e-resources. ERM has emerged in this context.

This book gives theoretical and practical information to assist librarians with ERM. It discusses broad trends and specific topics in the current landscape. It is devoted to theory, history, lifecycle, ERM systems, and the management of e-resources.

• Presents current theory and practice of Electronic Resource Management (ERM)
• Offers comprehensive coverage of ERM, including lifecycle, systems, standards
• Includes case studies for ERM
• Provides an international perspective on this critical topic

About the Author

Dr. Nihar K. Patra University Librarian, Nalanda University, Bihar, India. Nihar has carried out extensive research into Electronic Resource Management, and gained substantial experience in this area.