Evidence-based library book shifting

Abstract

The Missouri State University Libraries Access Services implemented an evidence-based process to move many books and shelves. That process included measuring the collection, performing quality control checks, creating a plan, and defining regular waypoints to keep the shift from deviating from the plan. This article describes the move, the ideas behind it, and the spreadsheet that provided evidence to make informed decisions.

Department(s)

Library

Document Type

Article

DOI

10.1080/15367967.2023.2172416

Keywords

Book shift, library relocation, library shelving, stack management

Publication Date

1-1-2022

Journal Title

Journal of Access Services

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