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The article describes the strategic planning process and plan implemented by the University of Texas (UT) Southwestern for its library. The vital part of the strategic planning methodology is to provide several information streams in order to make the plan accurate, relevant and up-to-date information. Strategic planning themes aid individuals in bridging the vision statement to specific objectives. Each objective in the plan should be specific, measurable, attainable, results-focused and timely.

The article presents the 2008 top technology trends and issues affecting the libraries in Texas based on the survey made by the Texas Library Association's (TLA) Automation and Technology Round Table (ATRT). The survey showed 16 trends which include the open source integrated library systems (ILS) and portals, Marc's death knell, iPhone, gaming, and software as a Service or Saas. Included in the list is the downloadable or streaming media with 75 votes and Information commons with 42 votes.

The article presents a survey on technology trends and library issues conducted by the Texas Library Association's Automation and Technology Round Table. It explores the 35 technological trends which was down to 14 after the query at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Library on January 30, 2007. It highlights the 14 technological trends and issues, including library top technology, regional and national conferences, blogs and newsfeeds.

Reports on technology developments in libraries of Texas. Use of infrared networking to connect computing devices without wires; Advantages of utilizing the wireless access point; Questions to consider when installing a wireless networking system.

The article presents a list of the leading information technology trends in libraries as surveyed by the Texas Library Association in Texas. The group's Automation and Technology Round Table has discovered some in demand technology including weblogs, Web-based surveys, podcasting, and identity theft.