Tool for Technology Planning
To help libraries manage technology and write technology plans, WebJunction provides free access to TechAtlas to all of our members. Learn more about TechAtlas.
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Kim Bolan and Rob Cullin, authors of Technology Made Simple (ALA Editions, 2007), have served as topic advisors for the Technology Planning section. You can further grow this area by publishing your articles, handouts, worksheets, and other content to the Documents area. Also, post your burning questions (or answers) to the Discussions area.
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The Planning Puzzle: Integrating your Strategic and Technology Plans
Archive and associated resources for February 9, 2010, session with Sandra Nelson as part of the Technology Essentials 2010, online conference.
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Competencies for Technology Policies
These competencies for defining and implementing library technology policies are excerpted from the Systems & IT section of the Competency Index for the Library Field.
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Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study
This 2008–2009 study assesses public access to computers, the Internet, and Internet-related services in U.S. public libraries, and the impact of library funding changes on technology deployment, and sustainability.
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Replacing the Print button with Print Preview button on Internet Explorer
Instructions on how to replace Internet Explorer's (IE6) print button with the print preview button with screen shots.
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Planning and Decision Making - Further Resources
From the MaintainIT Planning for Success Cookbook section on Planning and Decision Making.
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Key Decision Makers
From the MaintainIT Planning for Success Cookbook section on Planning and Decision Making.
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Introduction to the Technology Planning Process
From the MaintainIT Planning for Success Cookbook section on Planning and Decision Making.
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30-Minute Webinar: Go Team! Quick Tips to Help You Build a Technology Team
Watch the archived webinar from November 2008. Brenda Hough interviews Michelle Foster, IT Manager Boone County Public Lib (KY) for "Go Team! Quick Tips to help you build a technology team in your library".
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Examples of Technology Plans in Georgia Public Libraries
Each public library that receives e-rate funds for Internet and Internal Connections must have an approved technology plan. Here are a few examples of approved technology plans being used in Georgia Public Libraries.
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Websites and Internet Resources on Technology Planning
A list of external links
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Technology Watch List Archive
An archive of the work of WebJunction's Tech Watch committee through August 2006.
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Technology Planning Overview: Presentation
A great introduction to library technology planning, focusing on E-rate requirements and integrating the plan with the library's service priorities and goals. The author's presentation includes analysis and commentary of Diane Mayo's recent book "Technology for Results: Developing Service-Based Plans" (part of the Public Library Association's Results Series). An extract from Mayo's book is also available on WebJunction.
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Maslow and Motherboards: A Hierarchical View of Technology Planning
Expanding on Maslow's hierarchy of needs -- physical needs must be met before psychological needs can be addressed -- Doug Johnson posits that an institution must meet infrastructure needs before it can use technology to meet its mission.
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SC Toolkit Chapter 14, Meet Your Technology Needs
This chapter of the Staying Connected toolkit will help you explore using volunteers, staff members or consultants for different technology related projects.
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Internet Librarian 2005: Technology Planning Presentation
A copy of the PowerPoint presentation that was used during the "Technology Planning for Public Libraries" pre-conference panel discussion at the Internet Librarian 2005 conference in Monterey, California.
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Technology Leadership in Planning
This in-depth strategic planning article explores how you can introduce and implement technology into your library or library system and involve staff in the overall process.
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Technology Plan Follow-up
Don't let your shiny new technology plan sit there gathering dust. Try to implement changes gradually, and seek online support to guide you through the rough spots.
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Case Study: Creating a Technology Plan that Worked!
The authors describe how the Sacramento Public Library developed a technology strategy to better achieve the library's goals and overcome the traditional gulf between public services librarians and information technology (IT) staff.
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Tech Planning: The Big Picture for Small Libraries
Technology planning is important no matter what your library's size and budget. Here are some practical elements to keep in mind when approaching technology planning for your library.
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WebJunction's Focus on Technology Planning
WebJunction's Technology Planning Team has put together a collection of resources to help you tackle the chore of creating (or updating) a plan for your own library.
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WebJunction Pathfinder: Technology Planning
Start here for information on technology planning.
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Implement a Technology Plan
Now that you have a technology plan, you still have to carry it out. Here are some helpful hints on how to transform your plan into action.
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WebJunction's Technology Watch for Small Libraries
An introduction to WebJunction's monthly feature that evaluates and recommends technologies small libraries might want to consider.
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Why a Technology Plan?
A technology plan can create a great path to guide the library and make sure that the mission is accomplished. This list can help you to explain the importance of planning in your library and create enthusiasm for the planning process.
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Technology Planning for Public Libraries
A collection of excerpts from the "Technology Planning for Public Libraries" session at the Internet Librarian 2005 conference.
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Quitting the "Technology of the Month" Club
Careful users of technology have the opportunity to control the cost and disruption of upgrades by being selective about their use of new technologies.
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Technology Standards for South Carolina Libraries 2005
In producing "Technology Standards for Public Libraries", the South Carolina State Library seeks to build upon its tradition of strong public library standards while attempting to provide guidance for libraries as they pursue excellence in the area of technology.
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