Jill Hurst-Wahl
Jill Hurst-Wahl, MLS, has over 20 years" experience in the library and information sector, including work as an IT business systems analyst and as a corporate librarian. Since founding Hurst Associates in 1998, Jill has consulted with for-profit and non-profit institutions including many cultural heritage organisations.
As blogger, Jill"s Digitization 101 blog (http://www.Digitization101.com) is a frequently read resource among those involved in digitization programs. She also blogs about social networking tools at eNetworking 101: The Blog (http://www.eNetworking101.com/blog).
Articles by Jill Hurst-Wahl:
Computers in Libraries 2009: Spreading Ideas
Thursday, 21st May 2009
This year's Computers in Libraries show focused on creating the future of libraries through spreading ideas and learning. As Jill Hurst-Wahl reports, the conference keynotes and sessions promoted just that goal, with valuable insights shared both inside the session rooms and spilling out into spirited discussions at 'lobbycon'.
Computers in Libraries 2009: Spreading Ideas [ABSTRACT]
Thursday, 21st May 2009
This year's Computers in Libraries show focused on creating the future of libraries through spreading ideas and learning. As Jill Hurst-Wahl reports, the conference keynotes and sessions promoted just that goal, with valuable insights shared both inside the session rooms and spilling out into spirited discussions at 'lobbycon'.
Introduction to Federated Search
Thursday, 9th October 2008
Federated search is a powerful tool for organisations with multiple databases and content sets, but it is often misunderstood. In this clear introduction, expert Jill Hurst-Wahl lays out what federated search does and does not do well and identifies characteristics of organisations 'ready' for federated search. If you've been fielding questions (or have your own) about a search solution that works 'like Google' but inside your firewall, this is a great piece to share with colleagues.
Introduction to Federated Search [ABSTRACT]
Thursday, 9th October 2008
Federated search is a powerful tool for organisations with multiple databases and content sets, but it is often misunderstood. In this clear introduction, expert Jill Hurst-Wahl lays out what federated search does and does not do well and identifies characteristics of organisations 'ready' for federated search. If you've been fielding questions (or have your own) about a search solution that works 'like Google' but inside your firewall, this is a great piece to share with colleagues.
From information retrieval to integrated intelligence - with Dow Jones
23rd January 2025
AI contracting and licensing; Strategic information managers; End-user training
10th December 2024
- Jinfo Community session (TBC - Mar 2025) (Community) 20th March 2025
- Jinfo Community session (TBC - Feb 2025) (Community) 25th February 2025
- From information retrieval to integrated intelligence - with Dow Jones (Community) 23rd January 2025