Collection Management in the Cloud by Kayla Kipps

Collection Management in the Cloud by Kayla Kipps

This guide will examine the benefits of using these powerful cloud-based and low-cost or free applications for documentation, data and project management, communication, data storage, and data visualization for technical services staff operations in acquisitions and electronic collection management.

Cloud computing technologies have rapidly expanded in the 21st centuryIn this detailed work, collection development librarian Kipps and electronic resources and serials librarian Jones explore cloud computing and its benefits for collection management librarians…. In evaluating those tools most useful for librarians, the authors consider features such as versatility, functionality, cost, and security. They conclude this work with a chapter considering the future of cloud computing in libraries, a glossary of terms, and a bibliography. With remote work becoming more common, this practical and well-organized work is timely and recommended for librarians wishing to enhance their collection management practices. * Library Journal *
Recent practices in online remote workplace environments have benefited from cloud computing technologies. Two collection management scholars at the College of Charleston explore the possible incorporation of cloud technology tools into library management using a collection lens…. The writing is clear and detailed, reflecting the authors' well-honed experiences. Librarians will find this practical book a good resource when considering how to incorporate cloud computer technologies effectively, even beyond collection development. * Booklist *
Collection Management in the Cloud provides a practical, budget-minded approach to using cloud-based tools for collection management workflows. Kipps and Jones review several of these tools, including instructions for set up, details on how to use in the library, and concerns such as cost and security, in easy-to-understand language. -- Leah Hinds, executive director, Charleston Hub (Home of the Charleston Conference and Against the Grain)
An interesting and engaging overview of essential tools and strategies for 21st century librarians. -- Tim Bucknall, founder of the Carolina Consortium
Any collections or electronic resources manager will benefit from the in-depth analysis of the tools and services described in this book. Its publication is especially timely given the sudden and recent increase in remote work. -- Leslie O'Brien, director of Collections and Technical Services, Virginia Tech, University Libraries
This incredibly informative resource fills a critical void regarding the use of cloud-based technologies in libraries. Not only does the book provide a broad overview of available technologies, but it includes detailed explorations of specific products and software and the ways in which those tools impact library workflows and processes. -- Christopher D. Vidas, electronic resources librarian, acting head of collection management, Clemson University, Library Depot
Kipps and Jones compiled a helpful overview of various cloud technology tools that could benefit collection management librarians in their work. The authors reviewed products based on their functionality, data security, and affordability. Many "freemium" products offer tiered options, and often the basic free plans are sufficient. This book covers cloud-based tools for data storage, documentation, data management, visualization, project management, communication, and library management systems. Many readers will be familiar with such resources as Google Drive, but some resources, e.g., Airtable, are more novel. The authors parsing of the unique features of products currently available will assist librarians in collaborating more effectively, especially now that remote work is more prevalent. Limitations of the technology are defined, and security verifications are listed for each platform and provide useful information for those with privacy concerns. Any infrastructure, platform, or service should improve workflows. This book is recommended for graduate students, professionals. * Choice Reviews *
The aim of this book is assisting collection management librarians to incorporate cloud technology tools into their workflows, along with providing concrete examples and actual scenarios. Functionality, applicability, and limitations are also discussed as various cloud-based tools are featured. The authors provide lots of details related to the various applications and functionality of each cloud-based tool, along with numerous tables, charts, figures, and screenshots. I found this book highly valuable as a one-source reference on cloud-based tools available for use in collection management activities, and highly recommend it. * Journal of Electronic Resources Librarianship *

From my perspective, this book provides a plethora of timely information, written in an easy to understand writing style, and is set up in such a way that a reader could easily read cover to cover, or just specific chapters of interest for those already using some of these applications. In general, this book could be useful for students, newer collection management and technical services professionals, or those looking
to move toward using cloud-based tools, though many of the applications discussed could be beneficial to most library professionals regardless of department.

* Technical Services Quarterly *

Kayla Kipps is the collection development librarian at the College of Charleston Libraries. Kipps earned an MLIS from San Jose State University and an BA in English from Virginia Tech. She has been working in technical services roles for over eight years in areas such as collections processing, collection assessment, collection development, and electronic resource management.
Allison Kaiser Jones is the electronic resources & serials librarian at the College of Charleston Libraries. In this role, she oversees all aspects of the Libraries’ subscription-based resources in both print and electronic formats. Her presentations and publications primarily focus on serial life-cycle workflows and integrating cloud-based technologies into collection management. Jones earned a MLIS from the University of South Carolina and a MA in British and American Literature from the University of Charleston. She has worked with library collections and in technical services roles for over fifteen years.

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ISBN 13	9781538151891
ISBN 10	1538151898
Title	Collection Management in the Cloud
Author	Kayla Kipps
Series	Lita Guides
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Year published	2022-03-11
Number of pages	180
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.