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Journal selection decisions: a biomedical library operations research model. I. The framework

D H Kraft, R A Polacsek, L Soergel

    Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
    |July 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study presents a cost-benefit model for biomedical libraries to rationally select journal titles for acquisition. It emphasizes practical data collection for informed serials management.

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    Area of Science:

    • Library and Information Science
    • Biomedical Librarianship
    • Collection Development

    Background:

    • Biomedical libraries face challenges in selecting optimal journal titles for acquisition.
    • Traditional methods may lack objectivity and efficiency in journal selection.
    • Effective serials management is crucial for supporting research and clinical practice.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a practical and rational model for selecting biomedical journal titles.
    • To establish a cost-benefit framework for journal acquisition decisions.
    • To guide the collection of relevant data for informed library management.

    Main Methods:

    • Modeling journal selection based on cost/benefit ratios.
    • Defining measures of journal worth and evaluating data collection methods.

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  • Analyzing journal cost data and library statistics.

    • Main Results:

    • A practical process for selecting journal titles was developed.
    • The model emphasizes objectivity and rationality in decision-making.
    • Guidelines for reasonable data collection and library statistics were established.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed model offers a systematic approach to biomedical journal acquisition.
    • Implementation can lead to more efficient and effective serials management.
    • The process supports the development of a comprehensive management information system (MIS) for serials handling.