Collection Development Policies

Collection Development Policies are guidelines that libraries or organizations use to decide what materials—such as books, journals, or digital resources—they should acquire and keep. These policies help ensure the collection meets the needs and interests of the community it serves, while also maintaining quality and relevance. They outline criteria like subject focus, diversity, budget constraints, and importance of materials. Essentially, it's a strategic plan to build and maintain a useful, balanced, and accessible collection that supports education, research, and information needs.