International Standard for Bibliographic Description (ISBD)

The International Standard for Bibliographic Description (ISBD) is a set of guidelines used by librarians and publishers worldwide to create consistent, clear descriptions of documents like books, journals, and audiovisual materials. Its purpose is to ensure uniformity in how these items are recorded, making it easier to locate, identify, and exchange bibliographic information across different libraries and databases. By following ISBD, catalog records include key details such as author, title, publication, and physical description in a standard format, improving accuracy and efficiency in library management and information sharing.