Collins and Hamilton's thorough guide to editing indexes offers tips on the most difficult and time-consuming of indexers' tasks.
Collins, William L. and Karen J. Hamilton. Intercom (2001). Articles>Indexing>Editing
How to Edit an Index: A Workshop 
Editing an index involves much more than just proofreading and checking for correct page number references. An experienced index editor will clarify and refine categories; combine, add, or delete subentries; and create meaningful cross-references. Knowing what flaws to look for in an index and understanding how to correct them will help you significantly improve the usability of your document (whether paper or electronic) and make it easier for your readers to locate quickly the relevant information they need.
Collins, William L. and Karen J. Hamilton. STC Proceedings (1999). Articles>Indexing
Indexing: Exploring the Issues, Dispelling the Myths 
What is an index? Meeting user expectations.
Collins, William L., Sandra M. Gallagher and Karen J. Hamilton. STC Orange County (1998). Presentations>Indexing
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