2015 Charleston Library Conference

When faced with multiple competing priorities for investment in library resources, there are many important aspects to consider. From student enrollment to prominence of programs, there are both data-driven and intangible factors to weigh. In addition, most library collections now focus on the immediate needs of students and researchers instead of collecting for posterity. This just-in-time versus just-in-case collection development mindset prioritizes different resource attributes and requires an often unfamiliar level of acquisitions flexibility.

Where do we go from here? What are the most important factors to consider before subscribing to or purchasing library resources? What do scholarly publishers believe are the most relevant points to consider when academics make collection decisions?

What attendees can expect to learn?
Participants will learn what librarians should consider when making collections decisions – from the availability of COUNTER statistics to accessibility issues and beyond. The presenters will share a checklist of factors to consider, pitfalls to avoid and how to clearly communicate with our vendor partners. Publishers will learn what really helps academics make collection decisions and share their perspectives.