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==About==
 
==About==
The MARS 2.0 Profile was created to help simplify and explain the complex options available from Backstage Library Works when choosing Authority Control. The profile covers topics such as: Bibliographic Cleanup, Authority Matching, Series Processing, Reports, On-going services (Current Cataloging and Notification), and Reports.
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The MARS 2.0 Profile was created to help simplify and explain the complex options available from Backstage Library Works when choosing Authority Control. The profile covers topics such as: Bibliographic & Authority Cleanup, Authority Matching, Series Processing, Reports, Ongoing services (Current Cataloging and Notification), and Reports.
  
==Chapters==
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==Sections - AACR2==
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 1|Ch. 1 - Data Information]] - Data Format and transfer options
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*[[Step 1.0|Step 1 - Database]] - File transfer and data formats
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 2|Ch. 2 - Bibliographic Record Validation]] - Cleanup and validation options for Bibliographic records
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*[[Step 2.0|Step 2 - Cleanup]] - Bibliographic record cleanup and validation
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 3|Ch. 3 - Authority Cleanup and Matching]] - Options that control matching on Authority records
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*[[Step 3.0|Step 3 - Matching]] - Bibliographic heading and Authority file matching options
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 4|Ch. 4 - Output Options]] - Output options for both Bibliographic and Authority records
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*[[Step 4.0|Step 4 - Output]] - Bibliographic and Authority file distribution
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 5|Ch. 5 - Reports]] - Information on the different available reports
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*[[Step 5.0|Step 5 - Reports]] - Available reports (standard, optional, custom)
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 6|Ch. 6 - Ongoing Services]] - Options to keep your Authority file up to date
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*[[Step 6.0|Step 6 - Ongoing]] - Processing for new bibs and keeping your authority file current
*[[Profile Guide Chapter 7|Ch. 7 - Optional Services]] - Optional services, such as Table of Contents and Remaster
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==Revisions==
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==Sections - RDA==
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*[[RDA_1.0|Step 1 - Database]] - File transfer and data formats
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*[[RDA_2.0|Step 2 - Initial Options]] - Bibliographic record cleanup and validation
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*[[RDA_3.0|Step 3 - GMD to CMC]] - Conversion options for 245 $h GMD to 33X CMC terms
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*[[RDA_4.0|Step 4 - Abbreviations]] - Covers options to expand many different types of abbreviations
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*[[RDA_5.0|Step 5 - Updates]] - Access, Title, and Imprint field updates
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*[[RDA_6.0|Step 6 - Reports]] - Available reports (standard, optional, custom)
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*[[RDA_7.0|Step 7 - Authority Control]] - Applying specific authority control options for your headings
  
Since it's inception, the MARS Profile Guide has undergone numerous changes and updates. Because the Authority world is one of constant change and fluctuation the Profile Guide is updated at least once a year.
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==Revisions==
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In an effort to consolidate questions and streamline the intuitive flow of the guide, we have recently updated the wiki and printed versions of the guide. We hope these changes complement the new version of the online profile.
  
The current version was edited in 2010.
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The current version was edited January 2012.
  
 
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[[category:Profile Guide]]

Revision as of 10:03, 18 January 2012

About

The MARS 2.0 Profile was created to help simplify and explain the complex options available from Backstage Library Works when choosing Authority Control. The profile covers topics such as: Bibliographic & Authority Cleanup, Authority Matching, Series Processing, Reports, Ongoing services (Current Cataloging and Notification), and Reports.

Sections - AACR2

Sections - RDA

Revisions

In an effort to consolidate questions and streamline the intuitive flow of the guide, we have recently updated the wiki and printed versions of the guide. We hope these changes complement the new version of the online profile.

The current version was edited January 2012.