Towards a generic model of information and library services in the information age

Author: Brophy, Peter

Source: Journal of Documentation, Volume 56, Number 2, 2000 , pp. 161-184(24)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

As libraries and information services address the needs of users in an increasingly networked environment, there is a need for theoretical models to underpin research, development and practice. The characteristics and roles of traditional libraries and information services are described, and a variety of predictions about their future are examined. A number of recent models of the `electronic' or `digital' library are analysed, and the concept of the `hybrid' library is described. On this basis a generic model of the library, using that term in its broadest sense, is developed. A number of application areas are identified.

Keywords: Information Systems; Generics; Library Services

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000007113

Publication date: 2000-02-01