The CTLes as the centerpiece of a national action in adding greater value to collections and optimising their dissemination

Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe and discuss challenges for repository libraries. Design/methodology/approach – Critical analysis of current provisions. Findings – Print repositories are undergoing tremendous change as their role is not limited anymore to a remote store for frozen collections. They innovate, reinventing themselves, in order to be changed into a key player in streamlining the management of printed material, especially less used materials. Originality/value – Identifies five areas of collaboration.