Durham University Library Short Loan Collection: Computerised Record Handling Available to Purchase

Durham University Library's first automation venture arose from the decision in 1967 to establish a Short Loan Collection of books and periodicals in heavy demand. The collection, divided between the Main Library and the at present separate Science Section, may eventually grow to something like 10, 000 items. While it was initially to be drawn in large part from existing stock, and administration was to be integrated with the library's other operations, the project presented an opportunity to try new methods.