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First Published in 1998. Formerly, a library was viewed as a place for information storage and information was viewed as simply bits of data. Furthermore, many wielded information as a tool of power, in that those who had more information had more authority. It is becoming increasingly clear that shared collective knowledge of an organization is of far greater value than that of each individual's privately held data. In view of the librarian's changing profession, it has also become clear that they are now being charged with the mission to explore and implement new and innovative methods to encourage sharing and to better manage information. The articles selected for this compendium are well...
Most vols. include Proceedings of the Special Libraries Association.
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Stephen Abram has the knack for seeing and expressing the obvious long before most people become aware of the issue. With bibliography of Abram's works and recommended reading list, this volume gives perspective on the future of the library profession, challenges preconceptions, and helps librarians stay ahead of the learning curve.
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