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Proceedings of <strong>READIT</strong>-<strong>2009</strong>, Kalpakkam - 603 102, 29-30 Dec <strong>2009</strong><br />

Figure-1<br />

Execution of Federated Search<br />

The Federated Search tool kit provides step-by-step guidance in:<br />

• Conducting a needs assessment<br />

• Understanding staff requirements<br />

• Identifying appropriate federated search solutions<br />

• Engaging in research on solutions and completing due diligence<br />

• Measuring results.<br />

ADVANTAGES:<br />

The advantages of Federated search are:<br />

One-stop shopping – a feature users have proven<br />

Enhanced in<strong>for</strong>mation retrieval<br />

Ability to search multiple repositories without knowing the specific search options of<br />

each repository. Repositories include library catalogues, full-text databases, abstract and<br />

index databases, e-books, etc.<br />

Ability to create one portal <strong>for</strong> all library content<br />

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