Abstract

Considers trends and influences that affect the relationship between libraries and vendors. Topics discussed include information in electronic formats; selection criteria; economic factors and library budgets; resource sharing and cooperative collection development; sociological changes; preservation activities; and the evaluation of dealers. (six references) (LRW)

Citation

Richards, D.T. (1992). The Library/Dealer Relationship: Reflections on the Ideal. Journal of Library Administration, 16(3), 45-55. Retrieved June 2, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/146068/.

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Keywords

• Administration
• Budgets
• Criteria
• Economic Factors
• Electronic Libraries
• Electronic Publishing
• EVALUATION METHODS
• Futures (of Society)
• Library Acquisition
• Library Collection Development
• Library Expenditures
• Library Materials
• Preservation
• Shared Library Resources
• Social Influences