Each chapter of this book is focused on one stage of the strategic planning process. Such planning will help in meeting current challenges, as well as in developing flexible ways to approach future challenges. By combining both theoretical and real-life examples, the authors hope to cover situations that will prove helpful to other libraries considering such a project. -- adapted from introduction
This book provides a framework that any library, whether it serves urban, suburban, or rural communities, can use as a basis for its strategic planning.
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In this refreshing new volume, strategic planning of budget management is looked at with a broad, positive perspective.
The book incorporates sample plans from 25 academic libraries, ranging from one-page strategic plans to documents offering more than 20 pages of detailed goals, objectives, action plans, timelines and assessment measures.
Written by two practicing librarians who are passionate about communicating with users, the book provides both the inspiration and drive to market your library and practical tips and suggestions on how to do that effectively.
Managing the Successful School Library: Strategic Planning and Reflective Practice
Taking a staff-led approach, this book helps libraries of all types create their own meaningful and authentic strategic plans while demystifying a process that can bring many benefits to the organization.
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Building from this proven model, Strategic Planning for Results is the fully revised version of Planning for Results, the foundational book in this groundbreaking series.
With even bigger changes on the horizon, what lies in store? This volume offers ideas to academic and public librarians about the future of library services.