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The article presents a broad view of critical issues in the field of collection management. This well written article cogently outlines important economic and cultural drivers that are shaping the future of collection management activities. It discusses changes in academia, technology, and the publishing industry that also influence these issues. The article provides a broad perview of the supporting literature. By demonstrating the complexities of the issues the article indicates why solutions to some problems are not self evident.