The Subscription Agent as E-journal Intermediary

E-Journal Access: A Collaborative Checklist for Libraries, Subscription Agents, and Publishers

“…For example, the advantages and disadvantages of using subscription agents for electronic journals are discussed by Wallas (2004), Bosch (2004), Loghry (2004), and Kuehl and Day (2005). Wang and Schroeder (2005) present an overview of the literature regarding the evolving functions of subscription agents from librarians' point of view, whereas Tonkery (2003) and Feick (2005) discuss those functions from the agents' perspective.…”

Using Subscription Agencies’ Reports to Track Serial Formats

“…Now, electronic books seem to be moving to center stage of the format revolution. 5 For example, EBSCO expanded its report availability and data transfer format options. 1 Libraries face new methods for acquiring and providing access to this mix of formats.…”

Building Connections

“…One of the few, by Wang and Schroeder, examined the evolving role of subscription agents and outlined how agents could expand their services to provide a service hub offering publishers and libraries support in distributing and managing online serials. 39 41 After searching articles in the Emerald database, Davis found evidence of republishing in more than seventy journals and, for some journals, entire issues consisted of republished articles. Republishing without notification goes against publishing guidelines outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics and accepted by the Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishers.…”