The Library's Resource Services and Technology unit, located in the Millar Library and in the Smith Memorial Student Union, works in partnership with other units to make sure that you have the information resources you need to learn, teach, and conduct research at Portland State University. 

Resource Services and Technology's functions are integrated throughout the Library's Web site and multiple online information systems and tools.  By way of providing computing resources and online access, developing new systems, and organizing knowledge and access points, we help you discover and access the information you need.  

Mission Statement:  The mission of the Resource Services & Technology (RST) Unit is to effectively acquire, process, and ensure access to information resources that support teaching, learning, and research at Portland State University. RST is responsible for collaborative development and management of the integrated systems and data with which PSU users can discover, locate, and access information and services in a variety of formats. 

The RST unit is comprised of several teams and dedicated individuals who provide the following functions:

• Acquisitions -The Library Acquisitions Team is responsible for verifying order requests, placing orders, receiving and processing payment for all materials added to the Library's collection, including monographs, serials, videos and electronic resources in various languages and across all disciplines. The team is comprised of the Head of Acquisitions and Preservation and four classified staff. The Team works closely with the Library's 15 subject selectors to facilitate the acquisitions process, acquiring needed materials quickly and efficiently, consolidating ordering as much as possible with our primary vendors, YBP for monographs and EBSCO for serials. In addition to being responsible for the materials budget, the Head of Acquisitions and Preservation stays current with the latest vendor products and services to ensure continued service beneficial to the Portland State Library and its users.
• Cataloging and Database Management / Monographic Cataloging Team - Cataloging is responsible for the cataloging and classification of information resources selected by the Library, and adding this information to the Library's many systems and applications.  
• Continuing and Electronic Resources Team - This team is responsible for the effective delivery of tens of thousands of electronic journals and print serials in the Library's Web site and other systems. 
• Electronic Resources Acquisitions and Licensing - Activities span the acquisition, licensing, access management, renewals, record maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronic resources.
• Gifts Processing - Coordinates the receipt, processing, and handling of materials donated to the PSU Library. 
• Library Technologies - This team is responsible for the management, coordination, planning, and implementation of the library's various information systems and services. This team handles all technical support of the library's public and staff computing, authentication and security systems, hardware, software and networking configuration, and systems development, as well as identifying, evaluating, and recommending new technology/software applications to meet library needs. The team coordinates with the PSU's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and other relevant units regarding issues affecting library resources and services, and provides service on library-wide, University-wide, consortial, and regional committees, task forces, and teams.  Read more.. 
• Preservation Team - The Preservation Team prepares all library materials for shelving and use: attaching classification and property labels, binding looseleaf and small-format books, and housing special collections items.  Preservation also repairs, binds or reformats materials using archivally sound methods and industry-approved standards for quality and longevity.  The team responds to emergencies involving damage to library materials, and provides user education in shelving, handling, and repair practices that protect the life of the collection. 

If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns related to any of these areas in the Library, please direct them to the Associate University Librarian for Resource Services and Technology, Adriene Lim, at alim @ pdx.edu.