Sofia 2008: Globalization and the Management of Information Resources

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the “Sofia 2008: Globalization and the Management of Information Resources” conference, held in Sofia, Bulgaria in November 2008.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper gives an outline of the issues, content, speakers, participants, social networking and location of this conference.

Findings

The Sofia 2008 conference offered an excellent balance of informative presentations and social opportunities to meet other attendees and to discuss current topics in libraries, information management, and LIS education.

Originality/value

The paper provides a report of the biennial international conference of value to international information and library professionals and LIS educators.

Citation

Solis, J. (2009), "Sofia 2008: Globalization and the Management of Information Resources", New Library World, Vol. 110 No. 3/4, pp. 191-192. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074800910941383