Networking and resource sharing in library and information services: the case for consortium building

Okeagu, Glory and Okeagu, Blessing (2008) Networking and resource sharing in library and information services: the case for consortium building. Information, society and justice journal, 1 (2). pp. 255-262. ISSN 1756-1078

Abstract

Networking and resource sharing have always been important factors in library services. Formation of consortium appears to be the most viable means for library cooperation. This work briefly traces the history of library cooperation in the UK, South Africa and Nigeria. It also examines the elements, benefits and challenges for consortium formation as crucial for library networking and resource sharing. Finally, it is concluded that libraries must face up to the reality of resource and information synergy in order to live up to the expectations of of clients and society.

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