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Publication Patterns Initiative
About the Publication Patterns Initiative
The Publication Patterns Initiative was begun in 1999 to promote use of the MARC 21 Format for Holdings Data (MFHD) and enhance the sharing of publication pattern data in OCLC bibliographic records. Many useful tools and ideas were developed along the way.
- Frequently Asked Questions | Bibliography
- Strategic Plan and Milestones [PDF: 81 KB / 7 p.]
- Statistics
- Meeting Summaries | Archives
Guidelines
- Guidelines for Input of Caption/Pattern and Holdings Data
- Pattern Guide Table (created by John Espley of VTLS)
- SCCTP Serial Holdings Workshop / Provides basic principles of creating holdings records and publication patterns compliant with MFHD and ANSI/NISO Z39.7. Description, schedule guidelines from CONSER Web site.
Examples
- Examples of Patterns Recorded in the 853 Field (Espley)
- Sample Records with Publication Patterns
- Pattern Examples / Workshop held during ALA 2002 Mid-winter
- Publication Patterns Workflow FAQ
Standards and Vendors
- Survey on Vendor Support for the MARC 21 Holdings Format
- Basic Compliance with MARC Holdings: a definition
- Universal Holdings Data: Definition and Function
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