Ebook: The Myth and Magic of Library Systems

The Myth and Magic of Library Systems not only defines what library systems are, but also provides guidance on how to run a library systems department. It is aimed at librarians or library administrations tasked with managing, or using, a library systems department.

This book focuses on different scenarios regarding career changes for librarians and the ways they may have to interact with library systems, including examples that speak to IT decision-making responsibilities, work as a library administrator, or managerial duties in systems departments.

• Provides guidance on how to run a library systems department
• Focuses on different scenarios regarding career changes for librarians and the ways they may have to interact with library systems
• Includes sample scenarios that speak to IT decision-making responsibilities, work as a library administrator, or managerial duties in systems departments