Procedure

Withdrawal policy & procedures: withdrawing related records

This document describes the process for withdrawing properly linked related records in Alma, that is, two or more records that describe the resource(s) in one physical volume and that are linked via a host bibliographic record.

The document also addresses the process of withdrawing multiple records that describe the resource(s) in one physical volume but that are not linked through a host bibliographic record, such as records for unlinked analytics.

By jcripe on 05-06-2024

Cataloging equipment and electronic devices

This procedure outlines the process for circulation staff to create minimal records in Alma for 3D objects, including equipment and electronic devices, so they can be loaned out to users. This procedure applies to such objects as laptops, power banks, chargers, mice, and frisbees.

By abaron on 05-31-2024

Importing records using Search External Resources

This procedure outlines the process for importing a new WorldCat record or merging an existing WorldCat record in the Network Zone (NZ) when the OCLC number is used in a Community Zone (CZ) record.

By abaron on 05-31-2024

Cataloging requested items in Metadata Services

This procedure outlines the process for cataloging items that are in the Acquisitions Technical Services work order for MAIN Acquisitions Department and have been requested by a patron or library employee.

By abaron on 05-17-2024