GOAL #1: Create electronic records for all items existing in Rutgers collections
- identify particular collections to be cataloged (e.g. Gov Docs) among
the uncataloged materials at RUL; these are titles that do not have full card catalog
nor online records
- identify gov docs records in IRIS which do not indicate complete
holdings of the major depository collections (Alex and LSM)
- purchase recon records and add all RUL duplicate copies to existing
online records
- if not able to pay for vendor to do "adds" recon, begin this process
in-house
- purchase records for US depository documents, 1976-present
- identify groups of materials appropriate for collection-level records
with finding aids and make existing finding aids available on websites
- assess duplication of journal backruns and weed before
creating or updating records
GOAL #2: Improve existing records to assist in more complete and effective retrieval
- implement authority control in IRIS
- upgrade brief bib records to full-level cataloging records
- expand holdings records with added copies (e.g. Gov Docs
cataloged for CAMDN and KLMR; also listed above)
- continue to explore impact of implementing MARC holdings
- expand purchase of cataloging records for all orders (including firm
or slip orders); quick receipt of records and table of contents
enhancement important benefits
- explore possibility of importing full bib records to be attached to
order records, instead of the brief bib records currently created
GOAL #3: Explore linking electronic databases to library holdings
- implement Z39.50 capability in IRIS
- continue to explore impact of implementing MARC holdings
- establish "link to holdings"
GOAL #4: Continually assess impact of library technology and realign, retrain,
and expand staffing as needed
- streamline workflow where appropriate
- make effective use of staff
- provide for staff training and appropriate means for upgrading skills
GOAL #5: Pursue digitization projects
- consider cataloging existing projects at RU, such as the Rutgers
Scholar papers, and possibly external websites
- consider the use of metadata, Dublin Core, or other emerging
standards for cataloging web projects
- develop and provide technical expertise and support for RUL projects
- identify, inventory, and support digitization projects, e.g.,
RUL Journal
- offer data storage facilities
Some additional activities to consider for the year include:
- plan a public forum
- identify potential sources of funding for Tech Services endeavors
- explore innovative approaches to technical services, both with
vendors and among ourselves
