Just Lies: EResource Statistics in the Age of Ubiquitous Information

Abstract

This session will explore the role of standards, discuss the meaning and use of statistical data, demonstrate the typical workflow processes involved in creating and maintaining a statistical data repository, and demonstrate a new tool to improve reporting capabilities. Issues to be discussed include overlapping data from federated search and open URL linking tools, the impact of new meta-indexes, options within the Ex Libris product for getting and maintaining statistics, and the challenges of making meaning of statistical information. Attendees will be able to:
* Identify common data elements for inclusion in a statistics repository
* Recognize different approaches and challenges to aggregation and reporting of vendor statistics
* Understand limitations and uses for statistics
* Develop awareness of standards and status of standardization efforts