The process of developing collections is a key factor in achieving the goals of a library. It is constantly evolving because more and more specialties are emerging, thus generating an increase in literature. The training, development and organization of the collection should be seen as a permanent process in which materials selection, acquisition and evaluation activities must be in perfect harmony with the user community. In order to guide the formation and expansion of its collection, each library must establish its collection development policy. The selection criteria should be fully linked to the objectives of the library. In the case of specialized libraries, these are constituted by a collection that aims to meet the needs of its target audience, being in total harmony with what the institution proposes, with its mission, vision and objectives defined by the organization.
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