Standardized measures in the changing information environment
Year: 2006
Type: article
Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this paper is to outline the changes in the information world that libraries are confronted with, and how new services are measured to ensure their usefulness. Design/methodology/approach The paper examines the standardised measures for the changing information environment. Findings Standardizing definitions and methods for the assessment of input, output and impact of library services will assist libraries in demonstrating value for money in the ongoing changes. Originality/value The paper examines the extent of international consensus on data to be collected and indicators to be used.
Author: Roswitha Poll
Institution: University of Münster
Language: English
Subfield: Library and Information Sciences
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2024979398