----------------------------Original message---------------------------- We are also trying to get on-line circulation in our Map Library and just like you, it is the topographic sheets that are circulated the most. We have approximately 15,000 Canadian topographic sheets out of which 4,000 now have individual records and are barcoded. This was accomplished in just over a year with 1.5 person/year and some extra help in the past 2 summers. Initially we created a series record and a template to speed up the creation of individual records. Our library system is Innopac Interface Inc. Presently our policy is that when topographic sheets are consulted, returned from circulation or newly received, we create a new record and barcode them prior to filing. We are also barcoding any maps recently catalogued. We hope to barcode other map series in the future. So far we have not encountered any nightmares. I hope this message encourages you. Believe me, it is not as overwhelming as it seems right now. My advice is one step at a time. Good luck. If you need additional information, please contact me directly. ******************************************* * Irene Kumar, Map Library * * Canadian Geoscience Information Centre * * Internet: [log in to unmask] * * Phone : (613) 947-3326 * * Fax : (613) 954-1109 * *******************************************