Construction of a shrinkwrapped protector when there is a compelling need to retain the original item in storage. Withdrawal of brittle material when there is no need to retain the item. Although there are many variables involved in this process and holdings or replacement searches can become quite complex, this basic outline provides the best course of collection management action. Searches for Alderman Library materials are routine. The Preservation staff can perform searches for other service points or assist in the process.
Inventory control is maintained through circulation records.
Branch Libraries should use location-specific designations. During the processing time in Preservation, materials are held in call number order to insure rapid retrieval for customer request. Staff change the Preservation patron ID as decisions are made and material advances through the workflow. Other copies or editions of the title are noted, along with their conditions. Availability of a bound replacement is determined by searching Books in Print and other reprint sources.