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TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF
INDEPENDENT STATES
Authors: Hill Malcolm R.
Published: May 2006

The introduction of new industrial legislation in 1987, in the
former Soviet Union, followed a policy of decentralization in which
factories were given increased authority to seek their own customers and
suppliers, agree prices, and to engage directly in foreign trade.
Additionally, from 1987, various forms of co‐operative enterprise and
leasing were established, State price controls began to be lifted from
many products, and the groundwork was established for a wide range of
industrial assets to be converted from public to private ownership.
Discusses the major features of technological change and management
behaviour likely to occur in the Commonwealth of Independent States, as
enterprises continue to operate in an environment of decentralization in
which authority and responsibility is being transferred to them from the
previous State committees and industrial ministries. Specific attention
is paid to the likely effects of this decentralization on markets,
innovation and quality within the Commonwealth of Independent States.
Details possible changes in supplies, workforce management, and
management development as the effects of decentralization are diffused
throughout these areas of industrial activity.
A DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR DOING BUSINESS WITH EASTERN
BLOC COUNTRIES: THE COUNTRY CONSULTANT
Authors: Tamer Cavusgil S. , Mitri Michel , Cuneyt Evirgen T.
Published: May 2006

In the face of the failure of command economic systems and the
introduction of free‐market principles in Central and Eastern Europe,
there will be an increasing need to provide timely and relevant
information to business people who may be interested in marketing their
products or services to these countries. One practical way to present
this information in software form is through the use of knowledge bases
and expert systems. Knowledge bases contain information which can be
obtained through specific queries or via keyword searches. Expert
systems act as decision‐support tools, providing consultation and advice
in much the same manner that a human expert would use. Describes an
expert system designed to aid the international manager in decision
making, particularly with respect to target market evaluation and
selection. It includes specific information on several Eastern European
nations, as well as many more traditionally capitalistic countries.
Descriptions of the technical structure and theoretical foundations of
this expert system are presented, as well as its uses and implications
for future development.
AN INVESTIGATION OF BRITISH COMPUTING SERVICES FIRMS
EXPORTING TO GERMANY
Authors: Pawar Kulwant S. , Driva Helen
Published: May 2006

Reports on the findings of research undertaken at the University of
Nottingham into Computing Services firms in the UK. The study
particularly focuses on firms who are currently exporting to Germany.
The implications of the European Single Market and the changes which
will affect the Computing Services (CS) sector are discussed along with
a full examination of the current state of the German market.
Information from the research of successful entrants and results of
interviews with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have also
been included. The development of the European Community′s policy,
together with the views of successful organizations operating in the CS
market, provide an insight into some of the factors influencing planning
for 1992 and act as a useful starting point for new entrants. Finally,
proposes guidelines for computing services firms intending to enter the
German market.
ESTABLISHING A PRESENCE IN THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY AFTER
1992
Authors: Chan Peng S.
Published: May 2006

Presents changes which will take place after the integration of the
European Community in 1992. Also examines several strategic responses
which are available to organizations either to obtain a new position or
to maintain their existing market in the EC.
STRATEGIC LOCATIONAL FACTORS INFLUENCING FOREIGN INVESTMENT
Authors: Simango Chris C.B.
Published: May 2006

Ireland is the tenth largest producer of drugs. From research
undertaken during 1989‐92, aims to identify how Irish industrial policy
influences US and European pharmaceutical multinationals to locate part
of their global subsidiaries in the Republic of Ireland. Sent
questionnaires to 70 chief executive officers of US and European
subsidiaries in Ireland (60 per cent response rate) and followed these
with in‐depth interviews. Discusses the strategic locational factors and
shows that government grants are only really attractive to European
firms, but that low corporate tax (a standard corporation tax rate of 10
per cent until the year 2010) is the most important locational factor
for both US and European firms. Other factors include high drug prices
in Ireland (representing a positive return on investment); and the
availability of low cost but highly skilled labour.
THE CHANNEL TUNNEL AND TRANSPORT ISSUES
Authors: McHugh Marie , McAleer Eddie , Greenan Kate , McNamee Patrick
Published: May 2006

Outlines the anticipated effects of the Channel Tunnel on the
transportation of goods from a peripheral region. Argues that the
combined effects of the Single European Market and the opening of the
Channel Tunnel are likely to disadvantage industries within
peripherally‐located regions such as Scotland, the North of England,
Wales and Ireland. Presents some findings from a study which was carried
out within Northern Ireland to assess the vulnerability of
peripherally‐located firms to the effects of forthcoming events. The
findings, based on 89 firms within five industrial sectors, highlight a
need for regional firms to enhance their awareness of the effects which
the Channel Tunnel is likely to have on performance and hence a need to
prepare for this forthcoming infrastructure development.
DANISH FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN TURKEY
Authors: Bodur Muzaffer , Koed Madsen Tage
Published: May 2006

Looks at how cultural barriers presented many problems in the
initial forming of many organizations′ partnerships between Denmark and
Turkey. Danish investments in the Turkish marketplace also suffered many
casualties due to the same culture gap and Turkish family influences.
Looks at the high inflation rates and political instability as
contributors to unstable partnerships. There appears to be a real need
for professional managers to build up strong relationships if business
collaboration is to achieve mutual success.
Facilities Management in the New Organization
Authors: Alexander Keith
Published: May 2006

Is the first in a series of articles and introduces the key
facilities management skills necessary for achieving the business
objectives of the new, changing organization. The level at which these
skills are employed by organizations will determine the future shape of
the profession.
Trends in Information Technology
Authors: Southwood Bill
Published: May 2006

Predicts the directions in which information technology will move
and its impact on building design over the next ten years.
1991 Steelcase Worldwide Office Environment Index
Authors: Kleeman Walter B.
Published: May 2006

Reports findings of a study of 15 countries on: the global
perspective; how office workers feel about their work; how office
workers work; environmental, health and safety issues; employee health
concerns; how the physical environment supports the office worker; and
how the professional office environment community responds.
Quality Managed Facilities
Authors: Alexander Keith
Published: May 2006

Investigates quality issues in facilities management, relating them
to total quality and customer care. Reassesses the European approach to
TQM and compares it with the Japanese standards. Suggests that the only
purpose of any business is to create a customer. Pinpoints a number of
steps to be identified on the quality journey to systems capable of
audit to international quality standards. Concludes that the benefits of
quality initiatives will take time to emerge.
Facilities Value Management
Authors: Alexander Keith
Published: May 2006

Looks at the ways value is added in an organization through
facilities management. Suggests that if facilities are tuned in they
help meet business objectives and values. Concludes that facilities can
be effectively managed only if seen as integral parts of the enterprise.
Premises of Value
Authors: Varcoe B.J.
Published: May 2006

Premises management should seek to realize their value
organizationally, providing flexibility and potential for optimal use.
Looks at different qualities involved and discusses these specifically.
Concludes that, if the groundwork and disciplines are right, then
premises management along the lines laid down has real business value.
Risk and the Facilities Manager
Authors: Finch Eddie
Published: May 2006

The facilities manager should avoid dealing with risks in an
arbitrary way. Analysis, realism, innovation are all required. To
recognize, evaluate and adjust to problems, make a choice and provide
follow‐up are all aspects which must be addressed, though the facilities
manager inevitably errs on the side of caution and falls into the
risk‐aversion category. Concludes that it is most important for the
facilities manager to get involved at the formative stage of a
project.
Facilities Risk Management
Authors: Alexander Keith
Published: May 2006

Introduces the basic concepts of risk management and their
application to the field of facilities management (FM). Identifies the
main classes of risk relevant to FM and introduces a model for
determining the exposure of an organization to risk and for identifying
the level of control that may be exercised over particular risks.
Discusses responsibilities for risk and provides a plan of action for
risk management.
Legal Risks in Sick Buildings
Authors: Keeling Robin J.
Published: May 2006

Examines insurance issues which are likely to arise in the case of
“sick buildings”, where many parties from building owner to
employer to tenant could be held accountable for the problems of an
equally wide range of sufferers. The regular classes of insurance
include employee′s liability, public liability, professional indemnity,
and latent and inherent defects, though it behoves insurance companies
to make a firm commitment to addressing the problems of pollution and
contamination.
Facilities Rules — OK
Authors: Prodgers Lionel H.
Published: May 2006

Argues that, in this period of property recession, facilities
managers should seize the opportunity to influence a change in the
attitudes of developers, property companies, etc., towards commercial
occupiers. The facilities manager is in a position to bring facilities
issues to the fore during property negotiations.
Theory into Practice
Authors: Eley Joanna
Published: May 2006

How far do theoretical descriptions of the role and function of
facilities managers match practical applications? Reviews four quite
separate and distinctive cases in the light of the strategic, tactical
and operational aspects of a facilities manager′s work. Concludes that
attention to detail is of prime importance, that senior management must
show greater understanding of the strategic importance of the facilities
role and that, though fundamental problems are common to all the cases,
the solutions differ in each case and knowledge of detail becomes the
vital skill.
Managing Change
Authors: Thomson Tony
Published: May 2006

Discusses the importance of managing change from the viewpoint of
facility planning and corporate guidelines in facilities management.
Argues that, where change is concerned, facilities managers must stretch
themselves across the whole spectrum and not simply focus on immediate
operational matters. Highlights the hierarchy of needs for facility
planning, from basic space requirements to image and design, and
especially the aspect of cost at each level. Concludes that time is of
the essence, as organizational change already has considerable momentum
and could soon become an avalanche.
A Really New Office Furniture System
Authors: Kleeman Walter B.
Published: May 2006

Describes a number of innovative products exhibited at the annual
Westweek Show at the Pacific Design Centre in Los Angeles. Gives details
of an easily moved or reconfigured system for the suspended installation
of storage units and work surfaces; several manufacturers′ offerings of
height/tilt adjustable tables/work surfaces; and an overhead universal
storage unit.
Profits from Design: How Do We Measure Success?
Authors: Bell Jane
Published: May 2006

Examines the recent work of three authors, gives examples of
projects in organizations and quotes facilities managers, all to show
that office design improvements, made with the participation of
employees, result in measurable increases in output, reduced costs and
improved service quality. Notes how this phenomenon is compatible with
and can form part of a total quality management system for service
organizations.
Out‐sourcing Security
Authors: Gray Andy
Published: May 2006

Criticizes low standards of personnel selection, training and pay
and performance limitations in the security industry. Disavows the
popular misconception that such services are cheaper than comparable
in‐house security functions. Posits that higher‐calibre personnel and
comprehensive training not only are needed to complement computerized
control and surveillance systems but also can add value by enabling
personnel to undertake reception, fire inspection, first aid, routine
administration and other duties. Describes in detail how security
service performance can be assessed and how an intending client should
inspect a potential security contractor.
An Agenda for Facilities Management Research
Authors: Alexander Keith
Published: May 2006

Presents an agenda for facilities management research by proposing
a framework of key organization, human, environment and economic
variables and suggests that research should focus on the links that may
be found between them, to generate theory and inform practice.
Emphasizes the importance of relating facilities considerations to
organizational objectives, and proposes that research should contribute
to the development of facilities quality management systems. Maps
current research at the Centre for Facilities Management against this
framework and identifies progress in understanding the links between
facilities and “business” success. Introduces a series of
papers that illustrate the integrated research programme being carried
out at the Centre.
NEOCON 23: The Star Was a Wall
Authors: Kleeman Walter B.
Published: May 2006

Describes a selection of innovative products, exhibited at NEOCON
92 in Chicago. These include environmental control devices, office
wireless communications, personal workplaces, adjustable‐height
work‐surfaces, storage units and office furniture.
Learning to Live with the Electricity at Work Regulations
Authors: Dukes Bernard
Published: May 2006

Deals with the Electricity at Work Regulations, which have been in
force since April 1990. Their introduction was necessitated by, inter alia, the unscrupulousness and incompetence prevalent amongst
suppliers and installers of electrical appliances. Seeks to clarify some
of the issues and enable facilities managers to build a framework in
which they can operate and ensure compliance with the regulations.
The Facilities Manager and the Speculative Developer
Authors: Owen David
Published: May 2006

Looks at the effect of the recession on speculative office
development and states that although London may be suffering more than
the cities further north, steps should be taken to ensure that any
property developments are built with future changes in mind. Discusses
the valuable assets of property and includes a table of rental prices
across the country to strengthen this point. Sums up by suggesting that,
in an occupier′s market, facilities managers can help to influence the
design of buildings with specification and detailing.
Hot Desks
Authors: Kleeman Walter B.
Published: May 2006

Looks at the varying, modern uses of so‐called “Hot
Desks” – workstations with multi‐use and multi‐user
facilities. Discusses some case histories from around the world and
shows that in modern‐day work areas this concept is already being put
into varied, successful use.
Managing Speculative Office Buildings
Authors: Prodgers Lionel H.
Published: May 2006

Makes a light‐hearted comparison between speculative office
buildings and different types of tailors. It goes on to express in more
serious terms the waste of materials which holds back design and layout
in occupational space.
Speculative Development and Facilities Management
Authors: Melvin Jeremy
Published: May 2006

Takes a look at the newer developments in London such as Rosehaugh
Stanhope′s Ludgate, and gives background information about the
architects, builders and developers. Describes the facilities in detail
and offers advice about future uses.
Is Facilities Management a Profession?
Authors: Leaman Adrian
Published: May 2006

Argues that, although facilities management is not yet a
profession, it has the necessary ingredients to become so. Describes how
the business of managing buildings has become more
“strategic”, long‐term and knowledge‐based, and how
building‐related problems are assuming greater importance in
organizations. Considers facilities management as bringing together the
activities of design and management.
The Responsible Workplace
Authors: Duffy Francis , Laing Andrew , Crisp Vic
Published: May 2006

Questions the essential nature of the office building itself in a
study, The Responsible Workplace, which criticizes the
stereotype found in North America and Northern Europe. Identifies two
realities which drive the demand for improvement: more powerful IT and
more discriminating users. Lists the changing factors which will
influence the design and use of the office buildings of the future:
businesses, user expectations, technologies, IT and intelligent
buildings, building performance, environmental issues, locations,
patterns of office work, and regulatory perspectives. Finally,
identifies ten initiatives for innovation which will virtually remake
the working environment and invent the cities of the 2000s.
Office for the 1990s
Authors: Melvin Jeremy
Published: May 2006

Examines the potential for adapting offices of the pre‐IT period to
the business needs of the 1990s in a pilot study of space policy, taking
in aspects of IT and the concept of the waking (as opposed to
the working) week, where productivity is, unconventionally, tied
to neither space nor time. This involves reversal of hierarchy, short
lines of communication and near‐elimination of “churn”
through the interchangeability of staff, the whole producing a
considerable saving in costs. Points up the value of recognizing the
fundamental mechanics which relate available space to business
operation.
An Effective Property Strategy
Authors: Lloyd Bruce
Published: May 2006

Looks at how, following the boom period of the mid‐1980s,
complacency led to the early 1990s proving to be traumatic times for
organizations. Following the 1980s expansion, survival of companies is
put at risk from draining cashflows. Shows that an overall comprehensive
strategy, with regard to facilities/assets, must be emphasized and
carried out or survival of organizations may not occur for the next
upturn to be taken advantage of.
Corporate Real Estate Management
Authors: Bon Ranko
Published: May 2006

Outlines brief concepts of corporate real estate management. Shows
that this is oriented towards major clients of building services.
Concludes that the intelligence technology needed for this is already
available in most organizations and all areas, from research to
corporate management teams up to senior executives, must have support to
carry out the required work in this area.
The Property Influence
Authors: Varcoe Barry
Published: May 2006

Assess property as a unique component in the success of business
and organizations. Advocates the provision of effective property
management. There must be contractual arrangements surrounding the
property, including its tenure (locational flexibility), flexibility
with respect to the building (absorption of change), and the flexibility
and change which is borne from the bedrock of total control.
Liability and Responsibility: 1985 and 1992 EC Directives
Authors: Wright Elisabethann
Published: May 2006

Examines provisions of the 1985 and 1992 EC Directives to show the
obligations that their application presents, or will present of
manufacturers of foodstuffs. The Directives differ not only in what they
are intended to achieve but also in the manner in which the obligations
that they provide for are fulfilled.
Improving Vegetable Production in Ukraine
Authors: Corbett David
Published: May 2006

The Ukraine Vegetable Project is one of several British
Food Consortium activities currently operating in the Kiev
region of Ukraine. Describes how the UK team took over
the management of a 70‐hectare field on Iskra State Farm,
growing a range of vegetables for consumers in Kiev; with
the objective of demonstrating and adapting British
growing, harvesting, storage and marketing techniques. In
the first year crop yields far exceeded those on the rest of
the farm as a result of the use of better varieties and in field
management of resources. The project team have also
advised one of the region′s vegetable storage bases on
ways to improve the storability of harvested crops. Results
indicate that the project has so far been very successful
with an increase in enquiries for Iskra vegetables and the
setting of new standards for prices in the region.
Commentary: Celebrity Endorsers: Do You Get What You Pay
for?
Authors: Walker Mary , Langmeyer Lynn , Langmeyer Daniel
Published: May 2006

Examines the use of celebrity endorsement in advertising. Reviews
the results of a recent study looking at the effect of a celebrity′s
attractiveness, trustworthiness and expertise on product purchase
intentions, and of one examining the relevance of physical
attractiveness and other symbolic attributes of the endorser in relation
to product meaning. Considers implications for marketing managers and
concludes that further research is necessary.
Seeking Mass Market Acceptance for High‐Technology Consumer Products
Authors: Higgins Susan H. , Shanklin William L.
Published: May 2006

Discusses the various strategies for mass merchandizing
technologically complex products and services. Considers fear of
technology, high‐tech aficionados, and lifestyle differences as factors
in marketing high‐tech goods. Concludes that separate strategies for
aficionados and non‐aficionados should be developed, and also that more
customer‐oriented strategies should take into account that the
aficionados themselves can be segmented by interests.
The relationship of reputation and credibility to brand success
Authors: Herbig Paul , Milewicz John
Published: May 2006

Considers the importance of a firms′ reputation to the success or
failure of its brands; the effect on the firm′s brand when a firm′s
reputation decays; how important it is for a firm to maintain or advance
I reputation; how a brand′s reputation can be transferred to other
products. Addresses and discusses these issues in detail and emphasises
the importance of reputation to the ultimate success of a product and
company and warns against ignoring its fragility.
Should North American Parts Suppliers Learn Japanese?
Authors: Blenkhorn David L. , Banting Peter M.
Published: May 2006

Describes an empirical study examining the strategies of auto parts
suppliers to transplanted Japanese OEMs. Finds that suppliers have
become more customer‐focused, following the marketing concept, and also
more aggressive in buying from second tier suppliers, in accordance with
reverse marketing. Examines the background to the growth of Japanese
OEMs in North America, together with an analysis of the traditional
marketing concept, reverse marketing and the Japanese hierarchical
structure of suppliers. Concludes that reverse marketing leads to strong
partnerships, and that relationships with both existing and new
suppliers must be developed. Relates the research to the oretical
concepts and offers managerial recommendations.
How Industrial Markets Buy Value Selling: a Strategy for
Dealing with Changes
Authors: De Rose Louis J.
Published: May 2006

Explains that while great changes are taking place in the way that
industrial markets buy, industrial marketers are seemingly unaware of
their importance, preferring to rely on stereotypes concerning their
“customers”, thus wasting resources. Discusses these changes
and the reasons for them, finding that the function of purchasing has
been re‐evaluated by senior management. States that industrial
purchasing is being increasingly influenced by long‐term strategic
factors rather than short‐term operational ones. Concludes that
industrial marketers must now sell value in order to survive in modern
cost‐consciousmarkets.
Highlights I. Steam versus Ethylene Oxide Sterilizers II.
American Inaction in Food Irradiation III. Ergonomically Designed
Workstations
Authors: Llaurado J.G.
Published: May 2006

I. Explains the two processes and gives the advantages of Ethylene
Oxide. Examines the regulations to protect the environment and possible
hazards to employees. II. Explains the technology of irradiating food to
destroy bacteria and gives reasons why the procedure is being blocked in
the USA. III. Looks at factors to be considered in designing assembly
workstations and the benefits to be derived from such designs.
Some Geocancerological Diseases
Authors: Peeters Emile‐Gaston
Published: May 2006

Reviews determining factors for cancer – both intrinsic
(cellular oncogenes and growth factors) and extrinsic (viruses, soil
composition, wastewater recycling, dietetic factors and
chemoprevention). Concludes that it should be possible progressively to
eliminate the extrinsic factors from our ecosystems. Discusses
geographic variations in cancer frequency, incidence among migrant
populations, victims′ habits and occupational cancers.
Logistics Information Systems: The Importance of an
Enterprise Perspective
Authors: Wasik Arthur
Published: May 2006

The move towards higher levels of customer service necessary to
defend market share has come at a time when the economic climate has
highlighted the need to reduce logistics costs. Compounding this issue
is the added complexity many companies now face as they expand towards a
European‐wide supply chain. In this environment it has become essential
to address the management of the supply chain in a more formal way, and
in particular to use modern information systems. The focus of these
tools is away from the local cost‐reduction initiatives which prevailed
throughout the 1980s, to a focus on logistics issues which span the
“enterprise”. Enterprise logistics applications are now
being used by many of the world′s leading corporations and have proven
to offer substantial financial benefit in addition to the necessary
operational improvements.
Implications of Developments in Electronic Trading: A Cross‐industry View
Authors: Bonfield Peter
Published: May 2006

The impact of IT extends further than simply increasing
efficiencies. Five areas of impact are provided with the specific
implications for ICL: business structure; productivity; business
process; business networks; new business.
JAPANESE RETAILING: FASCINATING, BUT LITTLE UNDERSTOOD
Authors: Larke Roy
Published: May 2006

The Japanese retail environment is of interest to businessmen,
politicians and academics. Different observers tend to base their views
on their own vested interests and national expectations, Japanese
observers included. There is a need for more objective, unbiased
research into Japanese retailing, consumer behaviour and marketing.
Presents an overview of Japanese retailing employing predominantly
Japanese language sources. Outlines briefly the general structure of the
retail industry, emphasizing the large number of outlets overall.
Considers the independent retail sector, notably the existence of street
associations, and the corporate retail sector, putting emphasis on the
latter owing to the lack of information available in English. Considers
three forms of corporate retailing in detail, namely department stores,
general merchandise stores and groups, and speciality shopping centres
– commonly known as “fashion buildings”. In
conclusion, notes that there is great scope for further research into
Japanese retailing, and three general sectors are suggested.
GREEN ISSUES AND STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT IN THE GROCERY RETAIL SECTOR
Authors: Simms Christine
Published: May 2006

The last two to three years have seen rapid developments in green consumerism. Collects and analyses published material; identifies the green developments, issues, and the implications for business; and generates qualitative primary research data, on which to base conclusions and recommendations. Research focuses on consumerist activities and the UK grocery multiples. The green debate is a growing, complicated and dynamic area, which organizations are struggling to understand. Retailers avoid addressing the green problems in full and resist radical change for three main reasons. First, after an initial surge of selling green‐labelled products, they are wary of the complexity of the green issues which emerged; second, they are inhibited by the green image; and third, they lack organizational commitment and control. That organizations must address green issues is inevitable. Long‐term organizational commitment and control are needed. If practices synonymous with total quality management are adopted, organizations cannot help but be as green as current knowledge permits.
USING INTER‐BRANCH STOCK TRANSFERS TO MEET DEMAND DURING A
STOCKOUT
Authors: Hill Roger M.
Published: May 2006

Many retail chains allow stock transfers to take place between
branches. Considers the special case where one branch, out of stock of a
particular line, faced with a customer wanting that specific product and
unable to obtain it (in a sufficiently short period of time) through the
normal distribution channels, obtains it from another branch in the
chain. Argues that this process can be managed and controlled more
effectively than is often the case at present, particularly if branch
access is made available to central databases.
RETAILING IN HUNGARY: CENTRUM DEPARTMENT STORES
Authors: James Peter
Published: May 2006

Briefly describes the role of retailing in the Hungarian economy.
Presents a case study of the Centrum department store business to
illustrate that, while not adhering to best practice as perceived by
Western retailers, this Hungarian retailer demonstrates considerable
professional retailing skills.
Lessons from service America
Authors: Cross Michael
Published: May 2006

Discusses the adoption of skills‐based pay as a part of Total Quality Management schemes in three US companies, in respect of raising standards, retaining staff and increasing staff versatility. Provides a definition of skills‐based pay and a number of its major forms. Gives a few case studies to illustrate the use of skills‐based pay and a number of main learning points.
Early ornamental plasterwork – Part 1
Authors: Schofield Jane
Published: May 2006

Examines early time‐based ornamental plasterwork in the United
Kingdom. Discusses the origins, methods, supporting structures, original
finish and repairs and problems of this plasterwork. Concludes that
plasterwork can be maintained no matter what condition it is in, so
\ill\ action should be centred on helping later conservation by, for
example, propping and padding vulnerable plasterwork.
PASSPORT/PRISM: Search‐to‐produce ratio explained
Authors: Carter Judith
Published: May 2006

Discusses the change in the search‐to‐produce ratio from 3:1 to
1.5:1 free searches for every produce or update command. Explains what
the OCLC considers to be on the ′search′ side and what activities are on
the ′produce′ side of the ratio, focusing on numeric and derived keys,
title browse, search history, and the use of microenhancers and CD450
searches.
Search CD450 and local area networks: one library’s experience
Authors: Gayle Green Laura
Published: May 2006

Describes the experience of the Indiana University Music Library
with the Search CD450 software on alocal area network (LAN). Deals with
the LAN from a user′s perspective, outlining some of its majoradvantages
and disadvantages. Emphasises the issue of LAN′s CD‐ROM compatibility.
OCLC and special collections cataloguing in an urban public library
Authors: Morris Nancy , Trego Sherilyn
Published: May 2006

Reports from the Phoenix, Arizona Public Library on the process of
physically linking online catalogues with the community college
district, a DRA site, for resource sharing and other co‐operative
projects. Addresses the issue of foreign language collections in a
culturally and linguistically diverse area,focusing on the implications
for acquisitions and cataloguing methods.
CAT ME moves into the 90s
Authors: Siegfried Cary
Published: May 2006

Reports from the bibliographic services department at the
University of Texas at Dallas on the recent period of automation of the
integrated library system. Shows how the old CAT ME micro enhancer
workflow failed to accommodate the library′s present needs; demonstrates
some of the features of thenew CAT ME Plus that eased the library′s
transition to automation.
Multitasking in an OCLC environment: the University of
Louisville experience
Authors: Burton Pamela , Mayo Jan
Published: May 2006

Reports on opportunities at the Louisville Ekstrom Library provided
by the introduction of the new OCLC PRISM online cataloguing and
acquisitions system, the release of new PASSPORT interface software for
this system, and the upgrade from terminals to Zenith 286
microcomputers. Reviews the imperative for system change at the library.
Assesses the advantages of the new system and steps taken to overcome
technical problems.
Focus on decision‐making: pricing
Authors: Bierman Kenneth J.
Published: May 2006

Reports on the May/June 1992 OCLC Users Council, focusing on panel
discussions surrounding alternative pricing policies. Overviews a number
of alternative pricing models and small group pricing discussions.
Comments on the OCLC President′s Report on the issue. Finally, considers
some views on telecommunication networks and the status of the work
performed by the Committee on Networking Issues.
The PRISMers’s guide to PASSPORT
Authors: Carter Judith
Published: May 2006

Briefly reports on the function, installation and use of the new
PASSPORT version 2 software for OCLC. Assesses the merits of the new
software, noting in particular the role of the function key at the end
of the template.
Optimizing OCLC workflow in a large computing environment
Authors: Fladland Kathy
Published: May 2006

Describes current workflow at the Virginia Commonwealth University
(VCU) and issues in workflow optimisation and discusses how VCU has
weighed the various costs/benefits involved on this method. Details
costs issues associated with OCLC use and software usage, in particular
PASSPORT and CAT ME.
The need for funded research
Authors: Harkness Connell Tschera
Published: May 2006

Provides a brief summary of an OCLC funded project,
“Identifying barriers to effective subject access in library
catalogs” in which the author participated and the purpose of
which was to determine the probability that a skilled catalogue user
would retrieve the best materials represented in the catalogue on some
subject and to determine what changes would be needed to ensure that
future catalogues would allow the user to retrieve more of the better
materials. Also provides brief perspective on research, described in the
context of the education and research roles of the library and
information science educator.
Yellow bricks: combination lettering on label sets using PASSPORT
Authors: Badertscher Emily
Published: May 2006

Describes in detail the editing procedures for producing
double‐high letters for spine labels individually from the computer
keyboard, and still typing charge cards on an older electric typewriter.
Calling for berserkers: LCSH and OLUC, and cooperatively cataloguing
Authors: CannCasciato Daniel
Published: May 2006

Examines access by subject and the OLUC in the context of
co‐operative cataloguing. Demonstrates the creation of subject authority
records in a local system for headings that do not necessarily exist in
the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH).
Electronic ILL at Colorado State University
Authors: Smith Jane
Published: May 2006

Examines the workload consequences for interlibrary loan
departments when patrons′ requests for interlibrary lending are made
easier. In particular, looks at new ILL methods with the advent of LAN
systems and OCLC introduced at the University of Colorado libraries.
Testing – Alpha, Beta...
Authors: Wurangian Nelia C.
Published: May 2006

Reviews the experience of testing the CAT CD450 software. Discusses
OCLC and Beta testing. Considers some of the challenges that one
encounters when performing tests, including ethical issues. Offers
guidelines for successful Beta testing, and finally considers whether or
not librarians should be the ones to participate in testing.
Integrated Library Systems: A Primer on Z39.50
Authors: Hinnebusch Mark
Published: May 2006

Explores the topic of the NISO Z39.50 protocol for remote search
and retrieval of information, an area on which, up until now, it was
difficult to find up‐to‐date information. Looks at what Z39.50 is, how
it originated and what exactly it does. Explains the seven layers of the
open systems interconnection model within which Z39.50 is defined.
The Library in Academic Computing: Providing Internet Access to Additional OPACs
Authors: Brandt D. Scott
Published: May 2006

Discusses the provision of Internet access to online public access
catalogs and the increasing move by libraries to connect their OPACs to
the Internet. States that, with the reduction of library budgets and
consequently the reduction in resources, the use of OPACs to obtain easy
access to shared resources is increasingly important.
A Primer on Z39.50: Part Two
Authors: Hinnebusch Mark
Published: May 2006

Continues with the second part of an article on the topic of the
NISO Z39.50 protocol for remote search and retrieval of information.
Summarizes the issues dealt with in Part I. Describes a model for
communications between various parts of an OSI supportive system.
Grace: A System to Support the Development and Use of
Global Computer‐Supported Cooperative (CSCW) Applications
Authors: Benford Steve , Bullock Adrian , Harvey Paul , Howidy Howidy , Shepherd Alan , Smith Hugh
Published: May 2006

Describes the Grace Project, its goals and scope. The aim of Grace
is to build distributed group communications tools within an Open
Systems Interconnection (OSI) networking environment. Grace provides the
foundations for a globally distributed system for cooperative working
based on information sharing within activity and organizational domains.
Introduces a conceptual model of group communications derived from
analysing sample activities. Outlines architecture of Grace and explains
the use of existing OSI services. Examines two prototype activities: a
Help desk in detail and Computer Conferencing in outline. Discusses the
implications of trying to control the access to the above type of tools.
Briefly describes the status of group communications standardization.
Assessing Information on the Internet: Toward Providing
Library Services for Computer‐Mediated Communication
Authors: Dillon Martin , Jul Erik , Burge Mark , Hickey Carol
Published: May 2006

Reports on a project to: first, provide an empirical analysis of
textual information on the Internet; second, to test the suitability of
cataloguing rules and record formats governing the creation of
machine‐readable cataloguing records; and third, develop recommendations
that would assist the efforts of standards bodies and others interested
in systematically cataloguing or otherwise describing and providing
access to electronic information objects available through remote
network access. Provides summary tables regarding the growth of the
Internet and its traffic, together with file types. Concludes: first,
that machine readable cataloguing records should be created; second, the
effectiveness of records created for providing description and access
information should be monitored; and third, cataloguing rules and
formats should be extended to include interactive network systems and
services.
The Maturation of Norms for Computer‐Mediated Communication
Authors: Newby Gregory B.
Published: May 2006

Takes a broad look at Computer‐Mediated Communication (CMC) norms.
Examines some of the simpler procedural norms as well as broader norms
for social behaviour in particular types of networked communities.
Property Performance Measurement:From Theory to Management Practice
Authors: Bon Ranko , McMahan Jay F. , Carder Paul
Published: May 2006

Property performance needs to be measured and monitored so as to ensure
the maintenance of a match between an organization′s business and
property strategies. Useful measures of property performance need to be
developed jointly by researchers and practitioners of corporate real
estate management. Presents the ongoing Property Performance Measurement
Study, conducted under the auspices of DEGW′s Workplace Forum and in
collaboration with the Corporate Real Estate Management Research Unit
(CREMRU) at the University of Reading. First, introduces the conceptual
framework; then discusses the organizational framework provided by the
Workplace Forum; proceeds by discussing several research findings to
date; and, last, provides several conclusions about further work in this
important area of collaboration between researchers and practitioners.
Changing places: how the results of new field work in the Rubeho Mountains influence conservation priorities in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania
Authors: Doggart Nike , Perkin Andrew , Kiure Jacob , Fjeldså Jon , Poynton John , Burgess Neil
Published: May 2006

The Rubeho Mountains are a poorly studied mountain block within the Eastern Arc Mountain range of Tanzania and Kenya. We present the results of field surveys for vertebrates undertaken during the period February 2000 to December 2002. One hundred and twelve man‐days of surveys recorded 35 mammal, 107 bird, ten reptile and nine amphibian species, including eleven species endemic and seven near‐endemic to the Eastern Arc, with one species new to science. Of these, nine species are regarded as threatened with extinction. The new survey data significantly elevate the biological importance of the Rubehos within the Eastern Arc range. Further analyses highlight how the overall biological ranking of the Eastern Arc mountain blocks is correlated with survey effort. The majority of the forest habitat on the Rubehos is contained in three national (Central Government) Forest Reserves (Mang'alisa, Mafwomero and Ukwiva). Our surveys recorded high levels of disturbance to the forest habitat in all three reserves and we draw attention to the need for additional conservation investment in this area.
The African savannah elephant population in Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda: changes in size and structure from 1967 to 2000
Authors: Aleper Daniel , Moe Stein R.
Published: May 2006

The age and sex structure of the elephant population in Kidepo Valley National Park were studied using recognition files. Moreover, population trends were reviewed using past studies. From 1967 to 2000, the elephant population varied between 200 and 500 individuals. Of the minimum number of 374 elephants found to use the Park, 352 were individually identified. Seventy‐nine per cent of these were recorded in 29 families ranging from three to 22 animals with a mean group size of ten. Young animals dominated the population (45% aged 0–9.9 years), while 11% were 10–14.9 years of age and only 18% over 25 years of age. Overall, males constituted 45% of the population, but only 32% of the individuals in the 10–14.9‐year age class were males. Individuals ≥15 years of age displayed a skewed sex ratio of 1 : 1.4 in favour of females. The extent of skew was greatest among mature animals (≥25 years of age), which had four times as many females as males. The skewed age structure in the year 2000 caused by poaching and drought, led to a significant difference between the age distribution in 1970 and 2000. Recent counts suggest that the Kidepo elephant population may be increasing.
What hope for African primate diversity?
Authors: Chapman Colin A. , Lawes Michael J. , Eeley Harriet A. C.
Published: May 2006

Available empirical evidence suggests that many primate populations are increasingly threatened by anthropogenic actions and we present evidence to indicate that Africa is a continent of particular concern in terms of global primate conservation. We review the causes and consequences of decline in primate diversity in Africa and argue that the major causes of decline fall into four interrelated categories: deforestation, bushmeat harvest, disease and climate change. We go on to evaluate the rarity and distribution of species to identify those species that may be particularly vulnerable to threats and examine whether these species share any characteristic traits. Two factors are identified that suggest that our current evaluation of extinction risk may be overly optimistic; evidence suggests that the value of existing forest fragments may have been credited with greater conservation value in supporting primate populations than they actually have and it is clear that the extinction debt from historical deforestation has not being adequately considered. We use this evaluation to suggest what future actions will be advantageous to advance primate conservation in Africa and evaluate some very positive conservation gains that are currently occurring.
Dispersal and seasonal distributions of black‐faced impala in the Etosha National Park, Namibia
Authors: Matson Tammie K. , Goldizen Anne W. , Jarman Peter J. , Pople Anthony R.
Published: May 2006

Factors affecting the seasonal distribution of the vulnerable black‐faced impala at Etosha National Park, Namibia and the spread of the impala in the park since their translocation there in the 1970s were studied in the hot dry season of 2000 and the wet season of 2001 in order to provide information for future translocations of this antelope. In the 30 years since their release in the park, black‐faced impala appear to have dispersed a maximum of 31.5 km from their initial release sites, effectively forming five subpopulations based on their five initial release sites. The mean minimum distance that impala had dispersed between water holes since their release was 7.11 ± 1.47 km. Black‐faced impala concentrated strongly around water holes; more than 50% were within 1 km of water holes in both seasons. Changes in population densities in different habitats may have resulted from seasonal movements of impala between adjacent habitats. The role of initial release sites in determining the distribution of threatened species such as the black‐faced impala is discussed in light of its importance for future translocations.