Michael Anderson
Building a Knowledge Management Framework for Library Staff
Introduction A library can have skilled staff, thoughtful policies and strong systems, yet still lose time when colleagues cannot find the knowledge they need. The problem is rarely a lack…
Reading the Field: How Bibliometric Indicators Reveal Emerging Research Trends
Reading the Field: How Bibliometric Indicators Reveal Emerging Research Trends Introduction In sport, a rising team is not identified by one result. Analysts look for repeatable patterns: a change in…
Practical Access-Control Policies for Protecting Library User Data
Practical Access-Control Policies for Protecting Library User Data Introduction A library’s privacy policy is tested by everyday decisions: who can view a borrowing history, change an account or export a…
Digital Preservation Is a Long Game, Not a One-Off Save
Digital Preservation Is a Long Game, Not a One-Off Save Introduction A digital collection can seem secure until the files can no longer be opened. The bytes may still be…
Choosing an Open-Source Integrated Library System
Choosing an Open-Source Integrated Library System: Features, Costs, and Migration Considerations Introduction Choosing an integrated library system is not a software beauty contest. It’s a decision about how a library…