DESK-TOP DELIVERY PLANNING TIMELINE
Steps for implementation of Desk-Top Delivery on the campuses and
at the Regional Library Facilities (RLF).
| Step | Due |
| Develop functional specifications for software | October 31, 2000 |
| Evaluate software packages based on specifications | November 30, 2000 |
| Review hardware requirements, develop recommendations about scanners, servers and centralization or decentralization of servers. | December 31,2000 |
| RSC/IAG review and comment on recommendations | January 15, 2001 |
| Prepare written recommendations and budget for the University Librarians | January 31, 2001 |
| Order hardware/software. | March 2001 |
| Prepare training documents to integrate desk-top delivery into ILL functions | March 31,2001 |
| Deploy hardware/software | April 2001 |
| Draft publicity for users | April 2001 |
| Modify PIR software | May 2001 |
| Test systems | May 2001 |
| Implement systems | July 2001 |
| Prepare on-line evaluation for staff and users. | To be distributed six months after implementation. |