----------------------------Original message---------------------------- I'm not a subscriber to this list, so I hope this request doesn't duplicate other discussions that have taken place on maps-l. I've been asked by my supervisor to look into Geographical Information Systems (GIS), and whether our library ought to move towards making such a system available. I've located some useful material in Library Lit., ERIC, etc., but also thought members of this group could provide insight. Old Dominion University Library does not have a special maps collection or maps librarian, so any use of GIS would be in a reference room context. I would be interested in hearing from any libraries already using GIS in a general reference area. Are the library's GIS efforts coordinated with other academic departments using GIS? What problems have been encountered? What sort of special training is required? References to any particularly useful books, articles, etc would also be appreciated. Please respond directly, as I am not a member of Maps-L. Thanks in advance. Stuart Frazer Old Dominion University [log in to unmask]