The Impact of Consortia on Database Licensing

Baker, Angee

Computers in libraries 2000 20 (7)42-46
(ReLIS:jul:juljup:y:2000:v:20:i:7:p:42-46)

Abstract:

Collection development decisions are affected by needs, prices, organizational missions, and more. Consortia licensing deals also have a major effect on purchasing decisions. Here’s an inside look at how consortia and networks try to represent the interests of both libraries and information publishers in an effort to create win-win situations.

Keywords: Consorcios ; Toma de decisiones ; Gestión de la colección ; Bibliotecas digitales
Pages: 42-46
Volume: 20
Year: 2000
Issue: 7

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