A model for library book circulations incorporating loan periods

Burrell, Quentin L.; Fenton, Michael R.

doi:10.1002/(sici)1097-4571(199403)45:2<101::aid-asi3>3.0.co;2-k

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“…Nevertheless, he went on to incor?orate Ioan periods in his library book circulation model (Burrell and Fenton 1994).…”

Section: L66/ Lrts 42(3) C Bensmanandwildermentioning

confidence: 99%

Scientific and Technical Serials Holdings Optimization in an Inefficient Market: A LSU Serials Redesign Project Exercise

Bensman¹,

Wilder²

1998

Library Resources &Amp; Technical Services

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In t_his pape1 we analyze the structure of thelibrary murketfor.s:ientific and technical (ST) serials. The anahlsis takes the fonn of un exbrci,se aimed at u theoretical reconstnrction ofthe ST serials ho[dl."gt n7 fSU Libruries after almost a rlecutle of massioe cancellations antl u policrl of a&Iing no niu subscription's. This exercise toas done in conjunciion rtith the Louisiana state Projeit (SRP), ancl it utilized an experie Serials Eouluutor. Much of the poTter is initions, meusures, and algorithms nece.sil,:'# "' ;ff: #::,: jJ :r?#' ;.," e, an,t u; e , he strengths andweukni,sses of faculty rutings Chemi.stry pluyedthe role of the test discipline, and other ii flelds"uere inacstigured to tlelermine whether the protess'es uffecr.ing chemisiru are ul.so uctioe inthem. We deoelop thehypothe,iis that humun knowletlgefunctions on the sume_prypabilittl stnrcture is biological nature und societll.' iVe show that this probubility structure results in the highlq skeued, stabie distributions thul churocterize the social strdificution ,sqste"m of science ttnd technology trs wcll rs of the serials sqstem bu.sid upon it'.' science andtechnology are seen inthis paper us dominatedbq stable elites, who tentl to center rround IratlitionuLlq pristigious institutions ttnd Ttublish their work in IJ.s. ussociution journals.'Consequentlq,IJ.s. ttssocitttion sertrtls huue higher sr.uulue, urultheq plaq tt tlomin'ant roie not onltl in internallihrurq use hur also in i.nterlibnr;i lod;. Due to their higher ST o'tilue, U. S. zrssr> ciution journals can be sokl to librarie.s in greuter numbers at cheaper pri,ces than the jountuls of commercitLl publishers, anrl thi.s carLses the'sr ierluts mtrkel to bifurufte, with sr aulue tantlingto concentrtfte onrhe u.s. ussoci.-tion serials ancl costs on the commerciul ones.As a resub of thehlghly skewed, stable nuture of the ST serials sqstem,the

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“…Nevertheless, he went on to incor?orate Ioan periods in his library book circulation model (Burrell and Fenton 1994).…”

Section: L66/ Lrts 42(3) C Bensmanandwildermentioning

confidence: 99%

Scientific and Technical Serials Holdings Optimization in an Inefficient Market: A LSU Serials Redesign Project Exercise

Bensman¹,

Wilder²

1998

Library Resources &Amp; Technical Services

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“…In spite of large natural random variability present in the data, the actual values seem to follow the forecasts very closely. Burrell and Fenton (1994) propose a mixed Poisson model for library circulation which considers the books that are in circulation and so are not available for use. Best single predictor of use is previous use.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Burrell and Fenton (1994) propose a mixed Poisson model for library circulation which considers the books that are in circulation and so are not available for use. Best single predictor of use is previous use.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

A simulation model of the arrival, flow, and usage pattern of library resources by the patrons

2012

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Purpose -The purpose of this paper is to examine the advantages of developing a simulation model of the activities of a university library, in order to balance the available resources with demand for services. Meeting the demand is an essential part of managing a modern library. Inadequate levels of resources will result in excessive waiting times for the patrons. Design/methodology/approach -A simulation modeling approach is undertaken and the library activities of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) are simulated. Simulation modeling is an invaluable tool to understand the resource usage patterns and making intelligent budgeting choices. In the epoch of severe budget cuts, available financial resources must be carefully allocated where there is a critical need. Such a simulation modeling of the critical operations of an academic library of a campus upward of 11,000 students is presented in this study.Findings -A simulation model of the arrivals, flow, and usage patterns of library resources by the patrons described in this research, determined that there were four critical resources: the number of reference librarians, the number of checkout assistants, the number of computers, and the number of electronic gadgets. This study illustrates the need for careful analysis of arrival of patrons, resource levels, and resource usage with the objective of developing a resource level decision strategy that will result in an optimal level of resource usage by patrons. Practical implications -With the application of simulation models, it is possible to determine the needs for the limited resources at the library and coordinate the availability of the resources with the needs. Originality/value -Research in the use of simulation models for the determination of the resource levels that are best suited for an anticipated level of patron arrivals in the libraries is limited at best. This research adds value by providing information to fill this dearth of literature. The results of the simulation provided in this study can be used to develop budget priorities and to validate those priorities.

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“…Burrell (1980) proposes, and Hindle and Worthington (1980) discuss, simple stochastic models for library loans which explain some empirical circu-lation frequency distributions. Burrell and Fenton (1994) develop a modified model of library circulation which accounts for book unavailability for borrowing while it is out on loan. Goehlert (1978) analyzes the influence on availability by several factors, including book reshelving, search, circulation, on order, not owned, duplication, age, and subject.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

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Optimizing a library's loan policy: An integer programming approach

Alfares

1998

J. Am. Soc. Inf. Sci.

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Providing the best service in order to satisfy users is the main objective of any library. The loan policy is a major tool available to achieve this objective. Previous studies have all focused on the loan period, ignoring the loan policy's other equally important aspect, which is the maximum number of books a user can borrow. Moreover, only book availability has been used as a measure of user satisfaction. User satisfaction with either the length of the loan period or the number of books allowed to be borrowed has been largely overlooked. This article combines those relevant components into a more complete model. An easy‐to‐solve integer programming model is formulated, whose solution yields the optimum loan period and optimal limit on the number of books that can be borrowed to maximize user satisfaction. A case study of an actual university library is presented.

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A model for library book circulations incorporating loan periods

Cited by 7 publications

References 14 publications

Scientific and Technical Serials Holdings Optimization in an Inefficient Market: A LSU Serials Redesign Project Exercise

Scientific and Technical Serials Holdings Optimization in an Inefficient Market: A LSU Serials Redesign Project Exercise

A simulation model of the arrival, flow, and usage pattern of library resources by the patrons

Optimizing a library's loan policy: An integer programming approach

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