Shipping and billing will be automated. Installation is scheduled for fourth quarter 1998. Online Ordering Users will be able to order local databases using a request form available on the OCLC Web site. The online form includes built-in help to assist users in completing the form. This screen identifies the data users must correct or supply so that OCLC can process the request.
Users can then correct the form and resubmit.
A detailed summary report of the request is delivered to the user, Network staff, and OCLC support staff. The online form also contains a count function. This feature will give OCLC and the Networks the ability to provide a more accurate count of archived records. Currently, all of the holding codes are output to the final record in the 049 when the local database is consolidated. The enhanced consolidation routine allows the institution to choose specific holding codes to be retained in the 049 field.