Abstract
Although library consortia are thought to be relative newcomers to the library field, in actuality consortia have existed for several decades. As consortia have become much more complex (multi-type versus single; “buying club” focused versus those with a focus on impacting scholarly communication), it becomes a daunting process to effectively meld the needs of each member institution. This article will briefly discuss the history of consortia as they relate to the library marketplace and examine the issues and trends facing consortia today. Negotiation tools which can help in obtaining fair and equitable content agreements will be highlighted.
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