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Overhauling Interlibrary Loan Procedures at a Small Community College to Increase Efficiency and Decrease Waste
Christopher A. Sweet
- Vol. 19, Iss: 2
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In this paper, a paperless interlibrary loan department is proposed for smaller academic libraries. But, the paperless library may be unobtainable, and the ideal of a paper-less library is unattainable.Abstract:
While the ideal of a paperless library may be unobtainable, striving for a paperless interlibrary loan department is both possible and desirable. Interlibrary loan departments at smaller academic libraries are often understaffed and overworked. In this environment, streamlining and efficiency become priorities; implementing practical changes that save time, effort and money are critical. Changes may include going paperless, improving shipping techniques, using custom holdings wisely, and training staff for efficiency.read more
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Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery: Best Practices for Operating and Managing Interlibrary Loan Services in All Libraries
TL;DR: A new book enPDFd inter library loan and document delivery best practices for operating and managing interlibrary loan services in all libraries that can be a new way to explore the knowledge.
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Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery: Best Practices for Operating and Managing Interlibrary Loan Services in All Libraries
TL;DR: In this article, the authors present a working definition of the Interlibrary Loan: A Working Definition of Interlibrary loan and its relationship with the ILL Service from a Patron's perspective.
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Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery: Best Practices for Operating and Managing Interlibrary Loan Services in All Libraries
TL;DR: A new book enPDFd inter library loan and document delivery best practices for operating and managing interlibrary loan services in all libraries that can be a new way to explore the knowledge.