Abstract
This article describes the special relationship between Carnegie Mellon University Libraries and Sirsi Corporation, which was forged in tall 1W4. Il discusses the molivalional context in which this relationship emerged, negotiation strategics, and the elements and ongoing activities of the alliance. The University Libraries' expertise in library automation research and development was instrumental in forging the relationship that was a key factor in selecting Sirsi as Carnegie Mellon's integrated library management system vendor. This article discusses the three primary elements of the alliance-research, collaboration, and niarkc-ting-and the benefits of these activities for Sirsi, Carnegie Mellon and other academic customers of Sirsi's integrated online library system. Unicorn.
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