Progressive Trends in Electronic Resource Management in Libraries

This essential guide tackles the complex transition from physical to digital collections that libraries worldwide are navigating, offering both theoretical frameworks and practical strategies for managing electronic resources. Author Nihar K. Patra provides an international perspective on the evolving e-resources landscape, addressing critical aspects like organizational procedures, budget allocation, and usage pattern analysis that define modern library science. The book systematically identifies the key issues library professionals must understand to effectively manage digital collections in an era where electronic resources dominate acquisition priorities and user demand.

What sets this work apart is its comprehensive approach to electronic resource management, covering everything from licensing negotiations to usage statistics interpretation within a global context. Library administrators, collection development specialists, and information science students will find particularly valuable the detailed discussion of specific e-resource management challenges that transcend geographical boundaries. This timely resource effectively bridges the gap between traditional library practices and the demands of digital collection stewardship, making it an indispensable reference for anyone involved in shaping the future of library services.