This handbook offers a comprehensive discussion of the
consultant/library relationship. It includes chapters written by
full-time professional library consultants, information
specialists, and library administrators who have had extensive
experience in using consultants to solve a range or problems in
information service. Parts I and II address the need to provide a
solid foundation, based on an understanding of what the consultant
will do, before arriving on the scene. Practical advice is offered
by the contributors which should allow for the library or
information center staff to more fully accept the activity of the
consultant. A common thread woven throughout the chapters is the
need for strong communication. Part III offers views on the roles
that consultants may play in the negotiation process, the
development of proposals, and in the evaluation of large-scale
information systems. Specialty areas of consultancy are discussed
in Part IV, while Part V explores the more vexing dilemmas
associated with the consulting process. Parts VI and VII provide
insights into the future use of consultants and explores
alternatives to the use of the traditional external consultant. A
bibliographic essay and comprehensive index complete the
volume.
New library administrators will find this book of value as they
seek to understand the value of using consultants and in
establishing effective working relationships with them. Middle
management library administrators will find the book of interest as
they seek to appreciate the range of specialities that consultants
now offer. In addition, library and information science students,
as well as consultants themselves, will find the book of practical
value.
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