Synopses & Reviews
Summary This books looks at the role of the modern information professional in the changing environment in which they now work. Information professionals find themselves in a paradoxical situation: there is increased interest in information and its management, stimulated by the Internet, and, simultaneously, diminished recognition by employers and the public at large of the theory and practice of library and information science. This book provides clarification of the many issues facing both practicing information managers and library and information science students, as well as providing a guide to the new and diverse career pathways available in the field. These tools assist individuals in achieving greater success in their careers, as well as leading to greater recognition of the contribution of library and information services in organisations and society. Sue Myburgh is based at the University of South Australia. Key Features Assists practitioners plan progressive career paths and increase their status within organisations Describes a practical and practicable approach to the management of information, knowledge and documents, which will clarify issues for both information managers and their employers Readership Knowledge, records and information managers; business analysts; competitive intelligence officers; information architects; and strategic information managers in all organisations; corporate and special librarians; students in library and information science; and any CEO who wants to understand how to have corporate information managed effectively, efficiently and cheaply. Contents The changing context of information work New challenges for information professionals Where are the boundaries of library and information science theory and practice? Information as a strategic commodity Characteristics of the new profession
Review
"…a densely written book with much to digest."
-The Australian Library Journal
Synopsis
This book looks at the role of the information professional in todays changing environment and clarifies the many issues facing both practicing information managers and Library and Information Science students. It is a guide to provide navigation to the new and diverse career pathways available in the field.
About the Author
Sue Myburgh is currently Program Director of two postgraduate programs - in Knowledge Management and Internet Communication Strategies - at the University of South Australia.
Table of Contents
The end is nigh - long live the end
What is information work anyway?
The TIP paradigm and habitus
Changing context
What is the Information Society anyway?
A Kuhnian paradigm shift, perhaps
The IP mosaic
Core information knowledge
What does the new IP look like?
Conclusions