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Publication date: 1 December 2005

Calvin Mah and Kevin Stranack

The purpose of this paper is to describe the experiences of developing an open source federated searching tool. It is hoped that it will generate interest not only in dbWiz, but…

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to describe the experiences of developing an open source federated searching tool. It is hoped that it will generate interest not only in dbWiz, but in the many other open source projects either completed or in development at the Simon Fraser University Library and at other libraries around the world.

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The methods used in this paper include reviewing of related literature, analysis of other federated search tools, and the observation and description of the development process at the Simon Fraser University Library.

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The paper discusses the benefits and challenges faced in developing an open source federated searching tool for libraries. As a case study, it demonstrates the strength of the collaborative, open source development model. The paper also describes the key features required of any federated searching tool.

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Federated searching is becoming an important new product for both academic and public libraries, with several commercial products to choose from. This paper describes the development of an open source federated search tool that provides a low‐cost, yet highly functional alternative for the wider library community.

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Library Hi Tech, vol. 23 no. 4
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0737-8831

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Publication date: 30 December 2016

Calvin M. Boardman

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Tribal Wisdom for Business Ethics
Type: Book
ISBN: 978-1-78635-288-0

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Publication date: 1 February 1985

Yoko Kato

In The International Dictionary of Sports and Games, “sport” and “game” have the follow‐ing definitions:

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In The International Dictionary of Sports and Games, “sport” and “game” have the follow‐ing definitions:

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Collection Building, vol. 6 no. 4
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0160-4953

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Publication date: 8 August 2016

Valentina Marinkovic, Stana Bekcic, Gordana Pejovic, Tatjana Sibalija, Vidosav Majstorovic and Ljiljana Tasic

The purpose of this paper is to explore the good practice (GxP) and standardised management system integration within total quality management (TQM) paradigm in pharmaceutical…

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to explore the good practice (GxP) and standardised management system integration within total quality management (TQM) paradigm in pharmaceutical sector in Serbia. Also, the impact of all interested parties on quality management has been assessed.

Design/methodology/approach

The cross-sectional study was performed, including different stakeholders within the pharmaceutical sector in Serbia: manufacturers, distributors, big pharma representative offices, as well as national regulatory authority. A survey instrument was developed, consisted of 16 questions, which were organised into four groups: questions in relation to implementation of ISO 9001, implementation of good distribution practice/good manufacturing practice, integration of management systems, and impact on TQM and business excellence. Total number of participants was 121.

Findings

Standardised management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001) support companies to improve business environment and management sustainability, but this survey indicated that it was ranked at the lower level then GxP, for pharmaceutical sector in Serbia. Although pharmaceutical companies has faced many challenges in recent years, the survey revealed high level of confidence in quality management systems, as well as the necessity of various management systems integration.

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The perception of TQM by the experts in pharmaceutical companies and regulatory authority is wider than the common TQM definition. From pharmaceutical point of view, TQM is a holistic approach to long-term success of organisation, oriented to all interested parties, with focus on a public health. Risk-based approach in new revision of both ISO and GxP will facilitate integration process towards TQM and business excellence.

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The TQM Journal, vol. 28 no. 5
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1754-2731

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