A Handbook of Digital Library Economics by Baker, David P. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Cover image Title page Table of Contents Copyright Foreword Preface Acknowledgements List of abbreviations List of figures and tables About the authors Chapter 1: Digital economics: introduction and overview

Abstract. Introduction Defining the digital library The need for economics Recent history and relevant work Key themes Conclusion

Chapter 2: Sustainability

Abstract. Introduction Defining sustainability Basics of a sustainable approach Sustainability criteria Case studies Conclusion

Case Study 1: The JSTOR platform

Abstract. Introduction History and mission Libraries Publishers Users The future

Case Study 2: Project MUSE

Abstract. Introduction The MUSE mission: a balancing act The MUSE experiencemanaging the digital transition The MUSE experience: reinventing the platform at the article level The MUSE experience: adopting a content neutral approach The MUSE message: evolve, expand, engage and embrace the future Muse 2020

Case Study 3: Organic, symbiotic digital collection development

Abstract. Introduction Introduction to the university and library Digital collection community partnerships Insights for the future

Case Study 4: Developing a portal framework for humanities scholars

Abstract. Introduction Project objectives (mission) Building the portal (experiences to date) Technology and engineering considerations Project staffing and management Deploying the portal Lessons learned Recommendations (key messages for other practitioners) Conclusions

Chapter 3: Models and tools

Abstract. Introduction Business models Types of business model Charging, costing and pricing models Case studies Conclusion

Abstract. Introduction Background Costs Benefits Alignment of benefits and costs Revenue models Contingencies for the future Lessons learned

Case Study 6: The Chronopolis digital network: the economics of long-term preservation

Abstract. About Chronopolis – digital preservation across space and time Chronopolis in depth Initial funding Funding: the next generation Funding: a layered approach Lessons learned

Case Study 7: Economic implications of alternative scholarly publishing models

Abstract. Introduction Alternative publishing models Method Main findings Extensions and developments Implications for research libraries Acknowledgements

Case Study 8: Sustainable economic models: Portico

Abstract. Introduction History of Portico Economic model development – electronic journal preservation Economic model development – electronic book preservation Economic model development – digitised historical collection preservation Lessons learned The future

Abstract. Introduction Framework for assessing ROI Survey methods Surveys of public library users Surveys of academic faculty and staff Special library surveys Cost analysis methods Return metrics Amount of use metrics Reasons and purposes of using library services Value of library services Investment metrics Return on investment

Case Study 10: EZID: a digital library data management service

Abstract. Introducing EZID The CDL and DataCite missions Development of the EZID pricing plan Early experiences Lessons learned Looking ahead

Abstract. Introduction The process Searching on EBSCOhost Improving content and access Patron-driven lease – the answer to inter-library loan for e-books? Subscription collections Collection development on EBSCOhost Conclusion

Case Study 12: Woodhead Publishing Online – Chandos Publishing Online

Abstract. Introduction Woodhead Publishing Online, Phase 1: Market research Woodhead Publishing Online, Phase 2: The mission Platform development and lessons learned Market response Future developments

Case Study 13: A cost study of BMCC electronic reserves with a streaming video service

Abstract. Introduction Funding Technology Sustainability Electronic reserves permissions costs Lessons learned

Abstract. Introduction NARCIS: a description DANS Free service Funding Sustainability Cost-effective decision-making Responding to future developments Resource allocation Other costs related to the maintenance of NARCIS Discussion

Chapter 4: The universal library: realising Panizzi’s dream

Abstract. Introduction Aggregation Building infrastructure: the long haul Longevity Tools and services Born-digital collection building Monographs Funding Conclusion

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