Acquisitions in the New Information Universe
Once primarily an item-driven process, acquisitions is becoming “increasingly involved with the provision of access to content in a variety of formats.” This work offers a conceptual approach to acquisitions, beginning with a discussion of “The New Information Universe” and how it will (or should) impact common practices. Subsequent chapters cover the changing nature of acquisitions and the need for professionals to take a more proactive role in acquiring content and connecting people to it. Acquisitions as a service and future trends are also discussed. Each chapter has its own list of references, and a general list of selected resources is organized by format: online courses, e-mail lists, conferences, journals, and Web sites. Easy to read and written for both novices and seasoned practitioners, this is a useful book for any librarian performing acquisition duties. --Sara Marcus