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Negotiating with Subscription Agencies.

Authors :
McQueen, Judy
Basch, N. Bernard
Source :
American Libraries. Jun 1991 22(6):532-534.
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

This first in a two-part series on how librarians can negotiate services and prices with subscription agencies focuses on how vendors operate. Factors that influence agency costs, revenues, and service charges are described, including economies of scale, discounts from publishers, and prepayment and cash flow. (seven references) (LRW)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0002-9769
Volume :
22
Issue :
6
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
American Libraries
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ430206
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Guides - Non-Classroom<br />Reports - Descriptive