http://www.alpsp.org.uk ALPSP Events, Training and What's New en-gb ALPSP http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=45451 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT ALPSP is working with the Publishing Training Centre on a scoping project to consider whether the Publishing '<A href="http://www.train4publishing.co.uk/occstd/what">National Occupational Standards</A>' for the UK should be updated for journals.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALPSP Members are asked to&nbsp;comment on the&nbsp;<A href="http://www.alpsp.org/ForceDownload.asp?id=1001">consultative report</A>&nbsp; by 6 January. http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=44958 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT New metrics characterising different facets of scholarly communication are emerging at an ever increasing rate. This seminar will explore the evolution of Impact Metrics, examining strengths and weaknesses and the implications in a society increasingly focussed on measuring research quality. http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=44966 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT Non-subscription revenue from advertising, sponsored supplements and sales of article reprints can make up a sizeable proportion of a journal's total income. What is happening in the new 'online' world, what are the business models and likely developments in a time of cut-backs and caution? http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=44979 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT How can publishers get the librarians attention to maximise marketing potential?&nbsp; This seminar will cover this and all aspects of marketing to libraries. http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=44492 Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT How do you make the change to 'green' publishing?&nbsp; Is it worth your while?&nbsp; How do you ensure that your costs do not escalate as a result? How do you engage your staff? http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=39576 Wed, 3 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT ALPSP has submitted our response to the latest EC green paper on copyright.&nbsp; Our position is that the current intellectual property regime is working pretty well and striking a good balance between the needs of users and those of rightholders.&nbsp; We therefore do not see the need for any new or expanded Europe-wide copyright exceptions. http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=37685 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT What is the growing importance of national consortia and how are these mega-deals impacting on both publishers and librarians? What is happening in developing markets?&nbsp; For publishers already working within or looking to break into the consortia market,&nbsp;librarians, consortia staff and agents. http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=36178 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Residential conference incorporating ALPSP Awards Dinner and AGM.&nbsp; http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=34668 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Publishers need to keep up with their audiences.&nbsp; What more can you offer? An in-depth examination of the tools, services and features which can be used to increase the value and relevance of your journal.<BR> http://www.alpsp.org.uk/ngen_public/article.asp?aid=33282 Thu, 6 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT This course will be focused on how publishers can exploit the secondary rights potential in their publications internationally in both print and online, as well as in both English and foreign languages.