... could achieve the same goals using different methods while allowing libraries to use their money to purchase other goods and/or services. The benefits of the implementation of such processes are also reviewed. Another current trend that drives costs up is the best and final offer (BAFO). This greatly...

.... By providing working examples of how so‐called“difficult” stock can be successfully exploited, encourages book selectors to be more adventurous in their purchases; arguing that librarians need to take a more proactive role in the development of creative reading in order to become the literature centres...

... in the development of a more balanced collection than presently exists in most libraries in developing countries. Also, suggests ways whereby materials could be acquired at minimum cost. Indicates the various means through which books and other library materials could be purchased and shows the advantages...