Why some libraries and consortia are paying too much for e-information

[Ann Okerson <ann.okerson@yale.edu>]

Forwarded from Nuria Comellas

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Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 17:46:05 +0000
From: N�ria Comellas <ncomellas@CBUC.ES>
Subject: Why some libraries and consortia are paying too much for e-infor

*** Apologies for cross-posting ***


The phenomenon of consortia or groups of libraries buying e-information
together has become very important in the last few years. This new
scenario, along with new forms of purchasing and selling e-information,
have lead to new pricing models that haven't been fixed yet. However, most
of these models are based on the Anglo-Saxon context, and some consortia
and libraries outside this area are paying a lot more for the
e-information they are purchasing.

The Consortium of Academic Libraries of Catalonia has released a statement
about the pricing models applied to libraries and consortia outside
Anglo-Saxon areas. It has been entitled "Why some libraries and consortia
are paying too much for e-information" and you can find it at
http://www.cbuc.es/5digital/55docs.htm


N�ria Comellas
Consorci de Biblioteques Universit�ries de Catalunya
C. Gran Capit�, 2-4. 08034 Barcelona
ncomellas@cbuc.es
www.cbuc.es