2017 Charleston Library Conference

Resource sharing offers opportunities to add value to the patron experience and library collection through systematic integration with acquisitions and collection development operations. Due to the inherent complexity of resource sharing and collection development, there is no universal strategy that will work for every institution. However, a comparative approach based on local case studies and best practices can help others recognize and pursue silo busting opportunities at their own organizations. This poster and its accompanying shotgun presentation explore the various strategies and processes being employed at three academic institutions with unique demands and needs. Despite their distinctive properties, these scenarios reflect an underlying commitment to collaboration, innovation, and exemplary service.