DELNET – the functional resource sharing library network: a success story from India

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to describe the work of DELNET, the successful resource sharing and information provider in India.

Design/methodology/approach

The development of DELNET is described, the services it offers and plans for the future.

Findings

The paper finds that DELNET fulfils a vital role in facilitating resource sharing in India and is expanding its role rapidly.

Originality/value

The paper is an up‐to‐date study of resource sharing in India from the perspective of a successful agency.

Citation

Kaul, S. (2010), "DELNET – the functional resource sharing library network: a success story from India", Interlending & Document Supply, Vol. 38 No. 2, pp. 93-101. https://doi.org/10.1108/02641611011047169