Date: Wed, 20 Sep 2017 18:27:06 +0000
To: "'acqnet_at_lists.ala.org'" <acqnet_at_lists.ala.org>
Hi Everyone, I am somewhat new to collections development and academic electronic resources, and am seeking forums or other ongoing dialogs that compare database subscriptions by subject matter and content. Most of the information I've found thus far about electronic subscriptions come from the vendors or publishers, which can be informative but naturally biased. I realize that this can get a little dicey in terms of discussing expense, since institutions and vendors may have unique arrangements on pricing, so I'm not looking for actual dollar information or contract details. That being said, with the expense being so significant, and our budget limited (as most academic library budgets are!), we want to make certain we are using our money as wisely as we can for our student population. For example, if the price of one of our main nursing resources jumps too high (hypothetical), it would really help to find out what other nursing resources other institutions are subscribing to - to explore for possible replacement, or to feel good that our money is being spent wisely. Can anyone recommend such a forum/blog/listserv? I am a member of ALA and ACRL, but not RUSA - am wondering if this is where I should search, but RUSA is pretty big. Thank you, Mary Mary Atwell Archivist and CDS Librarian 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick, MD 21701 Phone 301-696-3873, 3933 Email atwell_at_hood.edu<mailto:atwell_at_hood.edu> [http://125.hood.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/4C_125_HoodLogo_Horz_Email.jpg]
