The Organized Library : Library Organization Library Consultant : Corporate Library Collections

Library organization and strategic planning
Library Organization

Judy was a delight to have in our offices and she gave staff the confidence to let go of their domain and allow files, books and material to be gathered in a central, organized location.

J. William Hudson
President & CEO

International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses


Ms. Tapiero is an extremely knowledgeable professional, pleasant, conscientious, and of high ethical character. It is a pleasure to work with her. I shall be happy to answer any questions or provide you with further information about her should you wish.

Susan A. Pistilli
Manager of Library Services

International Council of Shopping Centers


I wish I had something else for her to build.

Robin Webster
Senior VP

Association of National Advertisers

 

The Organized Library – Library Consultant

The Organized Library has completed over 200 assignments for its clients. We work on a wide variety of issues and customize a strategy and implementation plan for each client depending on their individual needs and available resources.

Our library consulting and implementation capabilities include:

STRATEGIC PLANNING

  • Conduct needs assessment and feasibility studies
  • Establish library goals and mission statements
  • Plan long-term initiatives
  • Explore outsourcing options

Library SPACE PLANNING

  • Design the space for new libraries
  • Redevelop space of existing libraries

LIBRARY ORGANIZATION

  • Downsize resources to meet new organization needs
  • Develop customized taxonomy for the collection

VIRTUAL/ELECTRONIC LIBRARIES

  • Evaluate pros and cons of establishing a virtual library
  • Determine scanning options

BUDGETING

  • Create income and cost projections
  • Project long-range goals to measure progress and value

Library STAFFING AND DEVELOPMENT

  • Define library staffing needs, if appropriate
  • Evaluate staff and staff functions library policies

LIBRARY POLICIES

  • Establish acquisition and collection development policies to guide sustained growth
  • Create storage and retention policies

MARKETING STRATEGY AND PROFITABILITY

  • Promote value of library and library staff
  • Create marketing impact with websites, brochures, newsletters and testimonials



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