Cтандартизація бібліотечно-інформаційної сфери України (2000—2020)

      The article deals with the implementation of standards in the library and information sphere of national libraries.      The international and national standards regulating the construction of information retrieval thesauri are highlighted. The essence of the concept of bibliographic record is revealed; the standardization of the use of the Universal Decimal Classification, which is used to systematize documents, search for information in libraries, publishing houses and information centers, is investigated.      The factors that influence the effectiveness of standardization in the library and information sphere are outlined.      The authors propose steps to improve the standardization process in the Ukrainian library and information sector, including updating national standards, staff development, introduction of new information technologies, and creation of an inclusive environment.