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Just In Case Or Just In Time; Exploring Serials And Electronic Technology Issues At The University Of British Columbia, Johann Van Reenen Feb 1996

Just In Case Or Just In Time; Exploring Serials And Electronic Technology Issues At The University Of British Columbia, Johann Van Reenen

University Libraries & Learning Sciences Faculty and Staff Publications

A sub-committee of the Senate Library Committee of UBC examined the relationship between serials and electronic technology, and the principles, which should underlie holding or accessing journals and producing electronic publications locally. The work was done during the summer of 1994 and a report published by the end of that year. This article is based on my experience working on this task group and do not mirror the final report.. This was also presented — in part — at an EBSCO\u2122 Executive Seminar in August 1994. The information has been updated since the session where necessary. Recommendations have been made …


Consortia And Licensing Of Electronic Products - The Wave Of The Future?, Johann Van Reenen Jan 1996

Consortia And Licensing Of Electronic Products - The Wave Of The Future?, Johann Van Reenen

University Libraries & Learning Sciences Faculty and Staff Publications

Electronic information, especially that provided by monopoly organizations, are often beyond the means of a single academic institution. There is a growing trend towards joint purchasing, consortial agreements and partnerships. This talk will explore the potential and pitfalls of such agreements by examining and comparing various models for licencing and implementing shared electronic information services. A variety of case studies from different environments will be examined.