"UNLOCKING THE DIGITAL REPOSITORY: HARNESSING ICT FOR EFFECTIVE LIBRARY STANDARDIZATION"

"UNLOCKING THE DIGITAL REPOSITORY: HARNESSING ICT FOR EFFECTIVE LIBRARY STANDARDIZATION"
ISBN-10
131244603X
ISBN-13
9781312446038
Category
Art
Pages
123
Language
English
Published
2023-06-20
Publisher
Laxmi Book Publication
Author
Meghanandha C.

Description

Library standardization plays a vital role in effectively managing and optimizing library resources and services. It involves the establishment and adoption of common frameworks, guidelines, and practices within the library domain, aiming to ensure consistency, interoperability, and collaboration among libraries. By implementing uniform standards, libraries can enhance the process of resource discovery, facilitate seamless information exchange, and provide users with effortless access to information. Library standardization encompasses several key areas, including metadata standards, cataloging rules, classification systems, and technology interoperability. Metadata standards provide a consistent structure and format for describing library resources, enabling efficient resource discovery and sharing. Cataloging rules offer guidelines for uniform bibliographic description and organization, simplifying cataloging and retrieval of materials. Classification systems provide standardized schemes for organizing resources by subject, enhancing their discoverability. Additionally, ensuring interoperability among library systems and technologies is crucial for seamless integration and information exchange.

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