Monthly Archives: February 2010

Accent Folding

Posted on 28 February 2010 by Rick Mason

A List Apart has been a steady source of thought-provoking inspiration over the years, not only from a website building perspective, but also because much of what they publish crosses boundaries and impacts other projects and interests in my life. … Continue reading →

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Getting Out of the Way of Innovation

Posted on 10 February 2010 by Rick Mason

Bobbi Newman, a.k.a. Librarian by Day, has compiled some quotes that illustrate the best way for a group to innovate:  find people who are inspired to be creative and let them have the room to create their inspirations. Want Innovation?  … Continue reading →

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Public Domain Manifesto

Posted on 6 February 2010 by Rick Mason

The Public Domain Manifesto is an effort to describe the strengths of public domain, and to encourage support. Some of the general principles: The Public Domain is the rule, copyright protection is the exception. Copyright protection should last only as … Continue reading →

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ILS Turnover

Posted on 6 February 2010 by Rick Mason

Library Technology Guides has a couple of interesting data sets that, in a limited way, shows some of the dynamic patterns in the Integrated Library System (ILS) market: Integrated Library System turnover in 2009 (listed by the ILS migrated to) … Continue reading →

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The Passion Paradox

Posted on 6 February 2010 by Rick Mason

This is a couple of months old, but it is worth highlighting: Unlocking the Passion Paradox Kenneth Eikenberry illustrates the benefits of being passionate about your work, and how one can encourage and develop those passions. From the post: When … Continue reading →

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The 7-per-cent Self-Checkout Solution

Posted on 4 February 2010 by Rick Mason

The Kirkendall Public Library in Ankeny, Iowa wanted to install a self-checkout system.  The $23,000 price tag meant that, at best, they would need to wait until they could raise the money to purchase the system. Eric Melton, circulation librarian … Continue reading →

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