The need for companies to give information staff the same opportunities for
continuing personal development (CPD) and training as other business staff is
stressed, noting that they may need to take those opportunities in different ways
from the majority of staff in the organization. Argues that the exact nature of the
CPD will depend on the size of the enterprise and the number of information
professionals employed but should always use a combination of methods, including:
in-service training; conferences; formal study; advanced qualifications and skills;
private study; taking part in the activities of a professional body; and attending
professional meetings.
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