ALCTS Serials Section Journal Costs Discussion Group @ Chicago

["Gary Ives" <GIves@lib-gw.tamu.edu>]

Please mark your conference calendars for:

Evolving Publisher Business Models
ALCTS Serials Section Journal Costs Discussion Group

Saturday, June 25th 
2-4pm Palmer House Salons VII-VIII

*Adam Chesler, Sales and Library Relations, American Chemical Society
(ACS)
*October Ivins, Digital Content and Access Solutions

The dynamics of being a not-for-profit, independent publisher are complex
in today's economic climate.  Current trends are driving decisions that,
in spite of the best efforts of all participants, could lead in
unpredictable directions.  Adam Chesler will explain why publishers are
reviewing and modifying their pricing models, and look at the impact these
changes may have on subscription agents and libraries, using ACS's own
recent experiences as a practical example.  October Ivins will share
results of her market analyses, stimulating discussion and expanding our
understanding of the issues that impact society and university press
publishers.

Hope to see you there!

Gary Ives, Chair

Assistant Director of Acquisitions &
  Coordinator of Electronic Resources
Texas A&M University Libraries
5000 TAMU
College Station, TX  77843-5000
Phone: (979) 458-0726
FAX:  (979) 458-1630
Email:  gives@lib-gw.tamu.edu