Performance Measurement Journal
Interface Volume 24, Winter, 2002. Interface is the newsletter published by the ASCLA division of the ALA. Performance Measurement and Metrics; The International Journal for Library and Information Services (ISSN: 1467-8047) adopts the widest possible interpretation of the terms and addresses the issues of metrics, quantitative approaches to measurement across the spectrum as well as the qualitative aspects of the provision of library and information services. The journal publishes articles from the leading researchers in the field, news and reviews of books and other relevant publications of interest to Information Professionals in both academia and practice.
Volume24, Number 4, 2002
Performance Measurement Journal: Resource for Outcomes Evaluators
Performance Measurement and Metrics; The International Journal for Library and Information Services
(ISSN: 1467-8047) adopts the widest possible interpretation of the terms and addresses the issues of metrics,
quantitative approaches to measurement across the spectrum as well as the qualitative aspects of the provision
of library and information services. The journal publishes articles from the leading researchers in the field,
news and reviews of books and other relevant publications of interest to Information Professionals in both academia
and practice.
The rapid rise in information production and its accessibility has had a significant effect on requirements
for increased levels of service, accountability, new standards and regulations, all place increasing demands on
the performance measurement function. From identifying key features of high performing libraries, to justifying
investment and monitoring use, Performance Measurement and Metrics will keep librarians at the leading edge of
this rapidly developing field. Coverage includes:
Quantitative and qualitative analysis
Benchmarking
The measurement and role of information in enhancing organizational effectiveness
Quality techniques and quality improvement
Training and education
Methodologies for performance measurement and metrics
Standard assessment tools
Using emerging technologies
Setting standards or service quality
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Performance Measurement Journal