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Purpose – To consider the economic and physical impact of electronic journals on remotely stored print stock.
Design/methodology/approach – A collection of print journals was used as an object for consideration. Physical and heritage aspects of the collection are examined and questions are posed regarding the wisdom of future retention in response to increased demand for electronic alternatives.
Findings – Emerging trends predict a predominance of periodical literature in electronic form. The future of local remote storage for low demand printed journal collections needs to be evaluated in economic as well as cultural terms.
Research limitations/implications – Based on a collection at the Boole Library, University College Cork, Ireland.
Practical implications – Similar consideration should be given to collections in other regional libraries.
Originality/value – Contributes to discussions on the long-term value of retaining print journal holdings.
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