Showing papers on "Services computing published in 1980"

Nonbibliographic On-line Data Base Services.

Abstract: Over 400 data bases are available on-line, and the majority of these are nonbibliographic. The nonbibliographic area encompasses a number of different types of data bases, including referral, numeric, textual-numeric, chemical and physical properties, and full-text. The growth in nonbibliographic data base services has been not nearly as visible to information specialists as the growth in bibliographic on-line data base services. One reason for this is that the services are primarily being marketed to and used by end users, with libraries and information centers largely being bypassed. Some nonbibliographic data base systems are end-user oriented, but there are many others that need to be studied for their possible applications in improving and extending traditional reference and other library and information services.

A process for developing new health services.

Abstract: Considering the high financial risks involved in introducing new services, and in meeting certificate-of-need requirements, health delivery systems should use a more systematic approach involving long-range planning.

The computing information service network in bell laboratories

Abstract: The Computing Information Services (CIS), a network of five specialized libraries devoted entirely to computing information, operates in concert with the Bell Laboratories Library Network in providing services to some 22,000 employees. The CIS is dedicated entirely to computing information in all its forms-computer programs, related documentation, machine manuals, audio/video tapes, books, journals, etc. A full range of current awareness, searching, reference, dissemination, and advisory services is provided using a number of computer-aided systems. The network approach for managing computing information services has yielded dividends and has been integrated harmoniously with the extensive resources of the 18 other libraries in the Bell Labs Library Network.

Online information retrieval interface with traditional reference services

Abstract: This paper deals with the interaction of traditional reference work and the new services generated by online information retrieval capabilities. It offers a rationale for providing these services in the context of a library setting and assesses their impact on the library environment. It describes some of the problems which resulted from this absorption such as staff reactions, added workloads, user acceptance etc. The librarians' influence on future prospects is also examined.

VIDEOTEX Systems and Services

Abstract: A new, consumer–oriented family of innovative information distribution services, generically termed VIDEOTEX, is being offered to the European and Japanese public. Several field trials are underway in the U.S. Normally using a modified home TV receiver as the display terminal, services provide user access to broad varieties of computerized data banks. Distribution to the user is typically via broadcast TV (one–way services) or the switched telephone network (two–way, interactive services). Also, there exist hybrid services in which the requested service may be transmitted over a different medium than the received information. This report discusses representative services and distribution system architectures, potential impact on the telephone network, the need for and status of standards, and economic considerations for user and suppliers.

The Role of the Private Sector in the Development and Improvement of Library and Information Services

Abstract: The private sector, which includes all organizations not directly supported by tax monies, has long had an important role in supporting traditional library services and in creating innovative products and services. With public demand and new technological resources driving the movement to improve our information standard of living, the private sector can continue to play an important role, particularly if its current and potential contributions are better understood. This paper provides illustrative information on private-sector activities and discusses some of their more poorly understood and controversial aspects. Examples are given of both nonprofit and for-profit activities to help dispel current myths about "double charging" and about the basic values and premises of those involved in the commercial sector. It is argued that such myths will die out in the knowledge marketplace, just as poor products and services die out in the commercial marketplace.

Towards an equitable development of telecommunications services in nigeria

Abstract: Present and future equitable development of telecommunications services calls for an immediate development of an indigenous telecommunications technology capability in order to effectively and efficiently utilizes the services provided by the country's presently imported telecommunications systems while at the same time developing and manufacturing self-reliant telecommunications equipment suited to the peculiar needs of the country. This paper proposes the setting up of an autonomous communications agency for an effective control of the services development; the adoption of a graded telecommunications services delivery policy which emphasizes rural services development while at the same time allowing for the divergent levels of expectations, sophistication and thousand knowledge in the society; and an accelerated development of certain national special services.