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- This sourcebook serves as an essential point of reference
for all information professionals - it is wholly devoted to a
broad and fascinating field of human activity, namely the creation
of policies designed to encourage better information systems
and services.
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- Sadly, the literature surrounding information policy is often
sketchy and incomplete; to make matters worse, there have been
relatively few attempts to synthesise existing knowledge. This
volume is intended as a 'navigational aid' for those charting
their way through the labyrinth of information policy. Beginning
with a densely-packed chronology of policy and policy-related
events, covering thirty years, the reader is guided through 'information
policy trails' which provide an immediate impression of the key
events in, for national organizations concerned with information
issues. This is followed by an extensive bibliography of key
reports and papers, together with details of relevant contact
organizations and suggestions for keeping up-to-date with the
ever-expanding policy related literature. A book for every information
manager's shelf.
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- ISBN 0 947568 45 X
- 1991
- £22.00/US$42.00
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- 'Not only does this work succeed as a navigational tool,
but it provides an extremely clear overview of UK information
policy issues and history.... it is a thoroughly useful book
for both the professional and the student who wishes to gain
a basic insight and understanding of information policy in the
UK.'
- Aslib Information
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- 'a great reference key to the major information initiatives....
which impinge on policies and practices affecting and shaping
the UK information industry.'
- Library Association Record
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