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About the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS)

Snapshot

  • pronounced (uh-lex)
  • members are dedicated to acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials
  • members are tasked with developing and coordinating the country’s library resources
  • members are involved in selection and evaluation during acquisition of library materials and dvelop library resources
  • founded in 1957; celebrating 50 years in 2007

ALCTS History

Approaching its 50th anniversary in 2007, ALCTS enjoys a rich history of service to its members and continues to improve the products and services it offers its members. With strategic and tactical plans firmly in place, ALCTS has a solid foundation from which to expand its influence.
Comprised of nearly 5,000 members from across the United States and 42 countries from around the globe, ALCTS is the premier resource for information specialists in collection development, preservation, and technical services. We are the leader in the development of principles, standards, and best practices for creating, collecting, organizing, delivering, and preserving information resources in all forms.

Through our comprehensive educational programming, vigorous publishing program, and collaborative information sharing, ALCTS helps our members and the library community navigate the technological and cultural changes affecting the information profession.

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For questions regarding ALCTS pages, contact ALCTS,
alcts@ala.org
Last Revised: January 29, 2010

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ALCTS, acquisitions, cataloging, collection development, collection management, preservation, archiving, library collections, technical services, Association for Library Collections & Technical Servicestt
The Association for Library Collections & Technical Services, ALCTS, is the national association for information providers who work in collections and technical services. Areas of concentration of ALCTS members include acquisition, cataloging, collection development, preservation, and archiving of all library materials in all formats as well as serial collection management.