Wednesday, October 24, 2007

#16 Wikis

I like the ease of use and ability for multiple input into a given topic. Much better than broadcasting an email and repeatedly replying and forwarding messages. All comments, observations, etc. are grouped together and easily found. As with most things on the internet, there’s multiple sites on many topics.

Internally, the wiki could be very useful in soliciting input for the development or modification of library processes and procedures. Given the distances we have to travel for relatively short meetings, this could be an excellent communications tool to save time and stay focused on the issues at hand. Externally it may be useful for patron comments or “suggestion box” items that more people would be able to share and comment upon.

No comments: