Business, Management and Accounting
8 years ago

Government purchasing boosts library efficiency but hinders development, study finds.

Practice and Exploration of Government Purchasing in Library
Shihui Li

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Government purchasing of books and magazines in universities can help save money, increase the number and quality of books purchased, and improve library services. However, it can also have negative effects on library development.

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