UW-Madison has digitization lab and is active in this area, as are other libraries and institutions. Working with DOA on state gov't HTML Metadata guidelines. Libraries have collections that meet the needs of their primary clientele and are also available to other Wisconsin residents through a statewide library network. The state funds and manages contracts to assist with the sharing of materials statewide. The state facilitates the development of shared automated systems to facilitate resource sharing.
Division continues to promote.
Seven grants received in 2001 LSTA shared system category. UW campuses all on same system. Several WTCS campuses on shared system. Few shared systems in schools. Automated interlibrary loan, which incorporates appropriate policy and technical protocols, is an integral part of the network.