To view NADM's 1999-2000 charge, click here . Click here to open a printable version in a new browser window . The Library benefits from measuring how well it provides services and products to customers. Coordinated, library-wide data management increases Library accountability and control of scarce resources. The Database Development Officer will require the cooperation of teams as they input and analyze their data.
External agencies require the Library to demonstrate accountability.
Data management facilitates the Library's ability to report. Good data management improves long-term planning. The Library has recently funded a permanent Database Development Officer position for the 2000-2001 fiscal year in support of this goal. This team will be required to fill this position and then lead the DDO in the initial construction period. This team will also investigate and work to resolve any deficiencies in Library staff's ability to identify critical data, collect it and analyze.