Next, one must decide in what databases the Alert should occur. Since the databases have differing update schedules, Alerts must be set up for each desired database. The frequency of the update can range from daily to monthly and is database specific. The cost of an Alert is also database specific. The time an Alert exists is totally dependent upon the researchers' needs.
Patrons can now borrow unclassified microfiche reports from the Report Collection.
Until now, technical reports in microfiche did not circulate but had to be used in the Library. The loan period is 7 days, unlike paper copies, which circulate for 28 days. However, patrons can renew microfiche report loans just as they can books and paper reports, providing no other user has placed a hold on the item. This change in policy permits Laboratory customers to borrow from a unique collection of approximately 1,100,000 unclassified technical reports. New reports are displayed for a two-week period.