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Information visualization and large‐scale repositories
Authors: Marks Collins Linn , Hussell Jeremy A.T. , Hettinga Robert K. , Powell James E. , Mane Ketan K. , Martinez Mark L.B. 
Published: September 2007

PurposeTo describe how information visualization can be used in the design of interface tools for large‐scale repositories.Design/methodology/approachOne challenge for designers in the context of large‐scale repositories is to create interface tools that help users find specific information of interest. In order to be most effective, these tools need to leverage the cognitive characteristics of the target users. At the Los Alamos National Laboratory, the authors' target users are scientists and engineers who can be characterized as higher‐order, analytical thinkers. In this paper, the authors describe a visualization tool they have created for making the authors' large‐scale digital object repositories more usable for them: SearchGraph, which facilitates data set analysis by displaying search results in the form of a two‐ or three‐dimensional interactive scatter plot.FindingsUsing SearchGraph, users can view a condensed, abstract visualization of search results. They can view the same dataset from multiple perspectives by manipulating several display, sort, and filter options. Doing so allows them to see different patterns in the dataset. For example, they can apply a logarithmic transformation in order to create more scatter in a dense cluster of data points or they can apply filters in order to focus on a specific subset of data points.Originality/valueSearchGraph is a creative solution to the problem of how to design interface tools for large‐scale repositories. It is particularly appropriate for the authors' target users, who are scientists and engineers. It extends the work of the first two authors on ActiveGraph, a read‐write digital library visualization tool.
Multimedia visualization and interactive systems
Authors: Uzwyshyn Ray 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to present the schematic for building a multimedia information visualization system and digital archive which takes advantage of a wider spectrum of media elements (images, sound, datasets) and interactivity with regards to research level historical body of knowledge.Design/methodology/approachThe methodology for this interactive multimedia visualized system was based on create a digital environment to explore larger bodies of research that expand on simple text‐based Information Retrieval Database systems. Through photos, videos, interactive maps, digital audio interviews, primary documents and narrative structures the system presents new methodologies for building digital libraries. The “educational” objective of this project was to present a stylistically elegant yet intellectually robust interactive multimedia information system for academic libraries.FindingsBuilding new online digital libraries must involve robust interactivity to take advantage of the computer's intrinsic specificity and the wider set of choices open to the human perceptual apparatus. Instead of text‐based navigation systems, a more creative set of visual “tools” should be explored for digital libraries including interactivity and cognitive cartographies. Key here are the terms “visual metaphor” and innovatively structuring visually intuitive “narratives” into non‐linear dynamic but humanly usable information systems.Research limitations/implicationsIn expanding the range of “allowable” “historical archival media” (audio, video, images, datasets, databases) in digital libraries and keeping research level academic integrity, future questions regard what this means for historiography, information construction, and questions surrounding epistemology and “archives” of the future.Practical implicationsTechnically, the successes in building this digital library information system solve the question of how to present a large robust amount of information indifferent rich media formats in an interesting and engaging manner. The project points to methodologies to present a research spectrum depth structure of textual material that can seamlessly be incorporated through wider spectrum of media elements: images, video, audio, music, datasets and interactivity.Originality/valueThis paper provides a methodology for marrying a textual body of academic research with a wider spectrum of media elements (sound, images, datasets, music) and incorporating them into a digital library through an innovative methodology. It will be valuable to anyone needing guidelines and specific algorithmic recipes and suggestions for building new millennia digital libraries which take advantage of a wider spectrum of media elements.
School library web site terminology
Authors: Jurkowski Odin L. 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to look at how varying terminology is used on school library web sites and how that compares to student preferences.Design/methodology/approachProvides research conduced by surveying practicing school librarians and k‐12 students.FindingsTerminology varies greatly on school library web sites. Further, students prefer common language use.Practical implicationsPracticing librarians may consider revising their web sites in order to make them more accessible for their students.Originality/valueThis paper provides original research into school library web sites, an area that is lacking.
Paradigms shifts in information environment: prospects and challenges African libraries
Authors: Mutula Stephen M. 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThe purpose is to trace the revolution in information and communication technology (ICT) and changes in this wake such as globalization, digital divide, information society, Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and e‐government and how these changes impact on the provision of library and information services.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is largely based on review of literature both online and print.FindingsThe paper concludes that the paradigm shifts occurring in the information environment have affected the concept of library; the perception of ownership versus access of library resources; the nature of information resources and services; and the role of the information professional among others.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper advocates for a proactive strategy on the part of information professionals in order to re‐engineer and adapt the library to the volatile global information environment in order to remain relevant in the wake of new paradigm occurrences.Practical implicationsEffective access and use of information will inevitably have great influence on the realisation of positive effects that the new paradigms occurrences engender in the global environment. It is desirable at this point in time to research into how information access and use can be brought to bear on the attainment of MDGs, bridge digital divide, enhance attainment of information society, promote e‐government, etc.Originality/valueDespite, the rapid changes within the global information environment that has been occasioned by ICT, there is lack of critical mass of information science literature that addresses issues such MDGs, globalisation, information society and digital divide from the perspective of the information professional.
The strategic evaluation of academic libraries
Authors: Kettunen Juha 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to analyse the network strategies of academic libraries and presents an approach to the evaluation of strategic plans and their implementation.Design/methodology/approachThe balanced scorecard approach is used as a framework for organisations to communicate and implement their strategic plans.FindingsIt is shown in this study that the balanced scorecard also provides a general framework for the evaluation of the strategy and performance from different perspectives.Practical implicationsThe concept of the strategy map is used to illustrate the objectives of the strategic plans of the consortium of libraries.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the knowledge and practice of the strategic planning of libraries. The findings of the study are useful for those who seek to achieve cost‐efficiency with the increased and networked cooperation of libraries.
SUSHI, not just a tasty lunch anymore
Authors: Hendricks Arthur 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to describe the development of the Standardized Usage Statistics Harvesting Initiative (SUSHI) standard, and its applications and impact on libraries.Design/methodology/approachThe information is based on a questionnaire survey conducted by the author. Inquiries were sent to members of the National Information Standards Organization (NISO) Committee SU responsible for producing the SUSHI standard.FindingsFour out of six members responded to the survey including Ted Fons from Innovative, Oliver Pesch from Ebsco, and Ted Koppel from Ex Libris. One member responded but did not want to be quoted.Originality/valueProvides information on the development of a library aid.
Copyright cultures
Authors: Seadle Michael 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThis column aims to look at the different economic and intellectual approaches to copyright as separate cultures whose assumptions and approaches make it difficult for them to share a single copyright law.Design/methodology/approachThe methodology relies heavily on anthropological analysis to distinguish the expectations and language of subgroups and microcultures within the larger national and international copyright communities.FindingsAt least three different copyright cultures exist: for authors who require long‐term protection for financial gain from their works; for authors who require short‐term protection for financial gain from their works; and for authors whose value depends on access instead of protection. Important subsets of the author cultures are also copyright consumers whose interests require access as well as protection.Originality/valueThis analysis helps to show why existing copyright laws serve the interests of some groups better than others. It also explains why open access makes sense as an established legal alternative to automatic long‐term copyright enforcement.
Digital Library Forum – Spring 2007
Authors: Riggs Colby , Tomren Holly 
Published: September 2007

PurposeTo share highlights of the presentations made at the Digital Library Federation (DLF) Spring Forum which is a semi‐annual meeting for DLF members and guests to learn about what is happening and evolving in the digital spheres of libraries and their partnership organizations.Design/methodology/approachConference report.FindingsA wide range of things are taking place in academic, public and special libraries. Staff members are forming teams to explore how best to utilize technology to achieve results that form stronger alliances and build larger and more critical digital collections representing a huge range of artifacts and products. As a result, new library services are being established. This showcase demonstrates how all parts of library organizations are increasingly involved.Originality/valueThe range of activity continues to expand from Forum to Forum and the accomplishments and lessons learned are wide and equally varied.
Conference Report: 44th LACUNY Institute at Baruch College, the City University of New York, New York City, New York, held May 18, 2007
Authors: Walker Stephanie , Marcus Sara , Ormsby Rita , Mason Karen , Berger Monica , Dasgupta Anamika , Stern Catherine , Sexton Ellen , Santillan Roman A. , Brown Mitchell 
Published: September 2007

PurposeTo report on keynote presentations at the 44th Annual LACUNY Institute held on May 18, 2007 in New York City, New York.Design/methodology/approachConference report. Findings: The annual conference aims to provide attendees continuing professional education, invited papers and social events.Originality valueProvides a review of some of the events of the conference.
Libraries in the Digital Age: LIDA 2007
Authors: Zhang Ying 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to report on the ninth annual meeting of Libraries in the Digital Age and its program.Design/methodology/approachConference report.FindingsLongitudinal studies are now indicating trends in how readers and users are relying upon a digital library (DL) compared to traditional print and hybrid collections. Interestingly, values remain unchanged as expectations grow.Originality valve (KWD)Now that there is critical mass of digitized content libraries are creating ways to develop and customize services in this DL environment.
International Association of Technological University Libraries (IATUL) 2007 Meeting
Authors: Aaltonen Mari 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present a report of the 2007 annual meeting of the International Association of Technological University Libraries (IATUL) held at the KTH, Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden.Design/methodology/approachProvides a brief review of the main themes of the conference: Public access; New tools and services, Metrics; and Economics, Bridging the gap.FindingsScientific publishing directions are changing the environmental landscapes of science and academic research libraries as well as in how scientists are conducting their work in all disciplines and communicating and collaborating with each other. The increasingly more complex and global environments indicate that access to the scientific literature and information sharing are paramount interests of scientists, national governments, the scientific community at‐large, professional societies and commercial publishing interests.Originality/valueLibraries are evolving into far more than repositories of bound volumes as eScience and eCollections mature. The changing role of librarians and of the physical library to handle and treat much more than books and journals is demonstrated by many addresses at this conference.
Special Libraries Association Annual Conference: 2007 Conference Report
Authors: Zdravkovska Nevenka , Brown Mitchell 
Published: September 2007

PurposeTo report on the Special Libraries Association (SLA) Annual Conference held in June 2007 in Denver, Colorado.Design/methodology/approachConference report.FindingsThe annual conference aims to provide attendees continuing professional education, vendor presentations, invited papers and social events. Exhibits from library vendors include technology, information materials and services.Originality/valueA conference report of interest to information professionals in academia, corporate and governmental information centers and libraries.
Cybercafes, Cybercrime Detection and Prevention
Authors: Babatunde Ajala Emmanuel 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine cybercrime detection and prevention.Design/Methodology/approachThe paper looks at the problem of cybercrime with a view to identifying the main problem and the best methods for detecting, eradicating and preventing illegal activites.FindingsFighting cybercrime requires a holistic opportunist not just addressing alone.Originality/valueThe paper advocates international comprehensive cybercrime coordinated by an international coalition body
Alienability: rejoinder to Kuflik
Authors: Block Walter 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThe purpose of writing this paper is to defend the doctrine of commodification, or alienability: that there are no exceptions to the principle that all things that are owned may be legally sold.Design/methodology/approachThe approach of this paper is to consider arguments to the contrary, mainly those, in this case, furnished by Kuflik, and then to refute these arguments.FindingsThe conclusion of this paper is that socialism, the view that purchases and sales, markets, free enterprise, is unjustified, is mistaken. Non‐alienability is part and parcel of the critique of markets. To the extent it is countered, markets are strengthened.Research limitations/implicationsFuture research would probe more deeply into anti‐market arguments.Practical implicationsThe practical implications is that the law should legalize markets in body parts, and, more radically, should recognize voluntary slave contracts.Originality/valueThis is virtually an entirely original paper, in that there are only a very few publications that defend complete alienability, such as does this one.
The House's policy reversal on gun control
Authors: McGarrity Joseph P. 
Published: September 2007

PurposeThis paper aims to examine why a legislature would repeal an interest group deal. Design/methodology/approach–This paper provides a case study of the House of Representatives’ roll call reversal on the Brady Bill. The House voted against the Brady Bill in 1988 giving a victory to pro‐gun interest groups. It then reversed itself and voted for the Brady Bill in 1993.FindingsThis paper finds that changes in the democratic party leadership may be responsible for the House's policy reversal on gun control.Practical implicationsThese findings suggest that in a principal–agent relationship, the agent has some discretion. In this case, the principal (elected members of a party in the US House) hires an agent (its leadership) to organize their teamwork to produce legislative output. The leadership has some discretion in making interest group deals.Originality/valueThe paper shows how changes in leadership reduce the durability of interest group deals.
Does ethico‐moral coalition complement to economic coalition?
Authors: Azid Toseef , Asutay Mehmet 
Published: September 2007

PurposeTo reason whether the ethical–moral cum economic coalition among the different sets of economy is more efficient with objectives of Islamic Shariah.Design/methodology/approachThis is a theoretical paper based on the modified model of layers of economic coalition which was initially developed by W. Leontief and P.N. Mathur and tries to evaluate the impact of ethical–moral cum economic coalition among different sets of an economy within the framework of Islamic political economy system.FindingsThis study suggests that endogenoising the ethical–moral cum economic coalitions will comparatively enhance the efficiency level of the economy, and will also increase the social welfare level.Practical implicationsA dynamic cum marginal input–output table can be constructed on the basis of this framework.Originality/valueThis research is beneficial to the researchers, policy makers and social scientists for the enhancement of the level of social welfare through this coalition.
The efficiency of Islamic banking industry in Malaysia
Authors: Sufian Fadzlan 
Published: September 2007

PurposeTo examine the relative efficiency between the domestic and foreign banks Islamic banking operations in Malaysia.Design/methodology/approachThe paper utilises the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) methodology, which allows for the decomposition of technical efficiency into its pure technical and scale efficiency components. The authors further examined whether the domestic and foreign banks are drawn from the same population by performing a series of parametric and non‐parametric tests. Finally, the authors attempt to investigate the consistency of the estimated DEA efficiency scores by examining its relationship with the traditional measures of banks performance.FindingsThe results from the DEA suggest that Malaysian Islamic banks efficiency declined in year 2002 to recover slightly in years 2003 and 2004. The domestic Islamic banks were more efficient compared to the foreign Islamic banks albeit marginally. The source of inefficiency of Malaysian Islamic banks in general has been scale, suggesting that Malaysian Islamic banks have been operating at the wrong scale of operations. The results from the parametric and non‐parametric tests further suggest that the foreign and domestic banks are drawn from the same population, as most of the test results could not reject the null hypothesis at the 0.05 levels of significance. The results from the correlation coefficients have further confirmed the dominance of scale in determining the technical efficiency of Malaysian Islamic banks. The results also suggest that profitability is significantly and positively correlated to all efficiency measures.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper can be extended to consider the production approach along with the intermediation approach, which has been applied in this paper. Investigation of changes in productivity over time as a result of technical change or technological progress or regress by employing the Malmquist Total Factor Productivity Index could yet be another extension to the paper.Originality/valueThis paper provides new evidence on the relative efficiency of domestic and foreign banks, which offer Islamic banking services.
Accounting and the move to privatize water services in Africa
Authors: Shiraz Rahaman Abu , Everett Jeff , Neu Dean 
Published: September 2007

PurposeUsing the recent attempts by the Ghanaian Government to privatize its urban water services, this paper seeks to understand the role and functioning of accounting within the global move to “reinvent government.”Design/methodology/approachUnlike the attempts made in other African countries such as Kenya and Tanzania, the case of Ghana is interesting because of the vociferousness and length of the debate that has been going on. Using Bourdieu's notion of field and capital and Foucault's idea of governmentality, and relying on a variety of archival documents and interviews with 27 key participants, the study examines the positioning of accounting practices, vocabulary and experts in this debate.FindingsThe study shows how accounting is enlisted at an almost sub‐conscious level, how its use can engender significant resistance and how accounting can be used to position the debate in various terms, including “profitability” “affordability” and “accountability.”Research limitations/implicationsThe paper shows that within new democracies such as Ghana policy‐making requires the enlistment of technologies of government – including accounting – to articulate and justify divergent policy options.Practical implicationsThe findings of the paper have implications for regional policy‐makers and their various development partners.Originality/valueResearchers and practitioners working in the area of public sector management and reforms should find significant value in the paper.
Mandatory audit firm rotation in Spain: a policy that was never applied
Authors: Carrera Nieves , Gómez‐Aguilar Nieves , Humphrey Christopher , Ruiz‐Barbadillo Emiliano 
Published: September 2007

PurposeIn recent international debates on auditing regulation, Spain has assumed a real prominence as a claimed practical example of where a policy of mandatory audit firm rotation did not work and was duly abolished. This study aims to provide an analysis of the implementation and subsequent removal of mandatory audit firm rotation in Spain in the 1990s.Design/methodology/approachThis takes the form of historical analysis; the evidence in the paper derives from congressional hearings, financial newspapers and documents produced by the professional associations of auditors in Spain.FindingsThis paper demonstrates that at no stage was mandatory rotation of audit firms ever enforced on Spanish auditors. Further, the revision and subsequent removal of the Spanish law on mandatory audit firm rotation emerge as a rather politicized process, with no evident reference being made in the process of legislative reform to Spanish auditing experiences. The analysis also reveals that at the very time that Spain was being cited internationally for rejecting mandatory audit firm rotation, Spanish political parties and regulators were debating whether to “re‐introduce” such a regulation.Originality/valueThe clear implication of the paper is that considerable caution needs to be taken in today's international‐auditing arena, when analyzing the standpoints and claims made by professional associations and the evidence they provide to support their arguments for and against regulatory reform.