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Team # 634 -- Annex Process Improvement Team
University Libraries

May 2004

Objective

Objective: Charge - "the assessment of Library Annex operations as they pertain to the delivery of materials, in all formats, to the users of collections, at all locations real and virtual. The object of this appraisal will be to improve the promptness, accuracy, and quality of service while increasing the satisfaction of the users."

The request and delivery process involves several alternative methods, each of which serve different functions (ie - book or journal article), and/or different user groups (ie - registered/non-registered, PSU/non-PSU). In accordance with the conditions of our charge (to maintain a no-fee service, use of existing systems, no additional staff), we have focused on reducing confusion among users and staff, by simplifying the process, clarifying instructions and tools, and increasing knowledge and awareness among Library personnel.

ExpectedResults: We have completed our analysis and critique of the existing process, correlated problems with proposed solutions, and developed flowcharts to describe both the existing process, and the improved process proposal (ie - "before" and "after") Various particulars will be identified for implementation on a 3 and 6 month timeline, with followup assessment after 9 months. We are currently working on the final presentation to our sponsors.

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Team Membership

• Barbara Coopey, Sponsor
• Ann Snowman, Sponsor
• Frank Schrader, Leader
• Ann Dodd, Facilitator
• Edward Armstrong, Member
• Cameron Banks, Member
• Wertney Cox, Member
• Jeff Marker, Member
• Verne Neff, Member
• Jill Roland, Member
• Robert Seeds, Member
• Eric Wheeler, Member

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Results Achieved to Date

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