Carrie Goodall's List: Library Collections and Facilities

addthis_pub = 'ALAMarketing'; 192 pages 8.5" x 11"SoftcoverISBN-13: 978-0-8389-0994-2Year Published: 2009AP Categories: A, C, E, G, I The task of moving collections of books and othermaterials can be overwhelming as library facilitiesevolve to reflect changing demographics and usepatterns. Author and experienced mover Steven CarlFortriede has everything you need to get the job donequickly and efficiently with step-by-step directions,diagrams, spreadsheets, and photos. Readers will learnHow to plan a library move Which method is best for a particular situation How to recruit and train workersWhat tools and supplies are needed Everything you need for the move is included—evenspecifications for boxes, moving carts, sorting trays,and a worksheet to calculate shelving layouts andgrowth rates. Moving Your Library is the completekit for any librarian facing the daunting prospectof moving a library collection. Check out this title's webextras!Table of ContentsPreface Part I: Planning Chapter 1         Overview of a Move Chapter 2         Planning the Process Chapter 3         Selecting a Method Chapter 4         Measuring the Collection and Designing the Shelving Layout Chapter 5         Interfiling and Dividing Collections Chapter 6         Recruiting and Training Move Workers Chapter 7         Assembling Tools and Supplies Chapter 8         Preparing the Workspaces Chapter 9         The Other Move Part II: Moving Chapter 10       Preparing to Move Chapter 11       Moving with Carts Chapter 12       Moving with Boxes Chapter 13       Balancing the Move Chapter 14       Moving Microforms Chapter 15       Special Situations Chapter 16       Finishing Up Appendixes A         Specifications for Boxes B          Specifications for Move Carts and Sorting Trays C         Worksheet to Calculate Shelving Layout and Growth Rates D         Signage E          Sample Request for Quotes for an Office Move IndexAbout the AuthorSteven Carl Fortriede retired as associate director of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne,