Information gateways

Abstract

Outlines the challenge to libraries when incorporating the new and sophisticated means of access to local and global information resources. Gateways and portals are seen as possible solutions. Describes the features of quality access via metadata and resource sharing within this framework, and how publishers and aggregators are assisting in the transformation to digital libraries. Identifies and discusses the features of a digital library and offers a definition. Recommends an integrated approach towards the provision of library automation, document management and digitizing/imaging expertise to provide a one‐stop shop for library managers and to facilitate the establishment of digital libraries.

Citation

van Halm, J. (2002), "Information gateways", New Library World, Vol. 103 No. 6, pp. 222-224. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074800210433122