Transborder Flow of Bibliographic Data

Transborder Flow of Bibliographic Data, authored by Lenore S. Maruyama and published by IFLA in 1985, examines the international transmission of bibliographic information and the challenges it faces. Commissioned by the IFLA Section on Information Technology, the report identifies key institutions involved in bibliographic data exchange, analyzes the barriers impeding this flow—such as trade restrictions, technical standards, copyright issues, and national data policies—and highlights the economic and research implications of these barriers. The study emphasizes the growing relevance of bibliographic data in global information systems and offers strategic recommendations for policy development, international cooperation, and professional engagement to ensure equitable and efficient access to bibliographic resources across borders.