The third edition of Managing Information Services has been thoroughly revised with an emphasis on managing for a sustainable future. We are all aware that libraries and information services are facing uncertain times. How do you tackle the challenges of planning and managing change? Future-proof for tomorrow? Lead the transformation to a sustainable future? Published by Ashgate, the book also addresses the integration of information services including librarianship, records management and ICT.
A comprehensive and detailed reference on the key management topics for information service managers, it really is a must have book.
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And then once you've done that email jbmarketing@bennett.com.au and say in 25 words or less why you think you should have a copy of this book. Ashgate has kindly offered one for Bennett Blog readers so think how this book can help you in your professional career and enter now. We'll review the responses on the 10th June 2011 so tell your colleagues and enter now.
Of course, make sure you've got a copy on order anyway!
ISBN 9781409406945 - hardcover
ISBN 9781409406969 - paperback
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Contents: Preface; Part I Management Influences in a Changing Landscape: Managing in an uncertain world; Strategic influences. Part II Strategy and Planning: Strategic planning: positioning for a sustainable future; Attracting and retaining talented people in challenging times; Ensuring value for money and enabling a cost-sustainable future; Knowledge and information management – a key to survival; Strategic technology and asset management – a smarter approach. Part III Leadership and Innovation: Leadership; Utilizing a values-driven culture for sustainability; Innovation and creativity; Engaging change in positioning for the future; Group dynamics and team building; Effective negotiation and conflict management; Managing the political arena; Policy making; Personal communication and networking; Managing yourself and others in challenging times. Part IV Governance and Social Responsibility: Ensuring good corporate governance; Using authority and influence; Encouraging transparency; Managing for sustainability; Managing risk; Sustaining trust and continued operations; Evaluating benefits and performance. Part V Customer and Market Focus: Competitive strategies; Corporate image and communications; Ensuring service quality. Part VI Success and Sustainability: Bringing it all together. Index.
Nice, this should definitely make an interesting read, and also I bet it'll be worthwhile. I guess I'm too late to get my free copy of the book, but I think it's still worth it, based on the first 2 volumes.
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