Abstract

Discussion of issues arising from relations between libraries and vendors of computer systems highlights factors influencing how vendors respond to system problems, how libraries could help themselves, purchasing non-existent systems, integrated system dream, and advice on ameliorating problems once an off-the-shelf software system has been acquired and installed. (EJS)

Citation

Silberstein, S.M. (1985). Interfaced vs. Integrated Systems. Journal of Academic Librarianship, 11(4), 224. Retrieved August 7, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/136763/.

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Keywords

• information systems
• Library Administration
• Library Automation
• Library Planning
• ONLINE SYSTEMS
• Problems
• Purchasing
• Technological Advancement