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Dhanabhai, Sindhav Rajnikant, and Dr M. G. Patel Dr. M. G. Patel. "Automation in Libraries." Global Journal For Research Analysis 2, no. 1 (June 15, 2012): 19–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.15373/22778160/january2013/54.
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Chitra, K. S., and Mallinath Kumbar. "A Comparative Study of Library Automation in First Grade College Libraries in Four Districts of Karnataka." Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology 10, no. 2 (November 5, 2020): 28–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2020.10.2.306.
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The present paper compares library automation in first-grade college libraries affiliated to the University of Mysore. A structured questionnaire was used to collect primary inputs from college libraries to understand the present status. A total of 160 colleges were taken up for the study in which 135 (84.37%) colleges responded,15 first grade college libraries did not have librarians and ten librarians did not respond. The study’s findings reveal that 94 (69.62%) college libraries are automated. Among them, 29 (30.85%) college libraries are fully automated, 65 (69.14%) college libraries are partially automated and 41 (30.37%) libraries are not automated. The study’s findings reveal that all autonomous colleges are automated—the main reason for not automating the library in Government colleges, Private aided colleges and Unaided colleges are inadequate of finance and lack of trained manpower. It is suggested that the librarians have to attend intensive training programs on deputation or become proficient in automation work to provide effective and efficient services to users.
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Babuprasad, K. C. "Impact of library automation services in govt. first grade college libraries in Kolar district: A survey." IP Indian Journal of Library Science and Information Technology 6, no. 2 (February 15, 2022): 88–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.18231/j.ijlsit.2021.019.
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To investigate the impact of Library automation services in Govt. First grade college libraries in kolar district. The investigators used a questionnaire and interviews. They chose samples on the basis of a stratified sampling method and administered the questionnaire according to a random method for collecting the data. In this study revealed that 7 of 8 libraries are completely automated. Seventy per cent of librarians believe that automation has improved their library’s services, while 85 per cent of users believe that an automated library system is better than the traditional manual system. Of the eight libraries, one library has a shortage of general staff to deal with automation services. The investigators could only select all the institutions for his study. Although so many studies of the same kind have already been conducted on library automation services in different areas of world, this paper revealed the current status of library automation services in Govt. First grade college libraries in kolar district.
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Chitra, K. S., and Mallinath Kumbar. "Library Automation in First Grade Colleges Affiliated to University of Mysore: A Study." Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services 10, no. 2 (November 5, 2020): 14–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ijiss.2020.10.2.492.
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The present paperprovides the status of library automation of first gradecollege libraries affiliated to University of Mysore. A structured questionnaire was used as the tool to collect basic inputs from college libraries to understand the present status. A total of 160 colleges were taken up for the study in which 135(84.37%)colleges responded,15 first grade college libraries did not have librarians and 10 librarians did not respond.The findings of the study reveal that 60(63.83%)college libraries are using open source software E-Granthalaya and KOHA software for library automation. Out of 135 colleges,29 (30.85%) college libraries are fully automated, 65(69.15%) college libraries are partially automated and 41(28.90%) libraries are not automated. The librarians have to attend intensive training programs on deputation or have to become proficient on their own in automation in order to provide effective and efficient services to users.
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Anas, Mohammad, Jafar Iqbal, and Parvez Ahmad. "Impact of automation on library services in selected management institutes at Aligarh." Electronic Library 32, no. 3 (May 27, 2014): 296–307. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/el-11-2011-0157.
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Purpose – The purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of automation on library management services of four selected management institutes at Aligarh. Design/methodology/approach – The investigators used a fashioned questionnaire and informal interviews. They chose samples on the basis of a stratified sampling method and administered the questionnaire according to a random method for collecting the data. Findings – The study revealed that 3 of 4 libraries are partially automated, with the exception of Al-Barkaat which is completely automated. Seventy per cent of librarians believe that automation has improved their library’s services, while 85 per cent of users believe that an automated library system is better than the traditional manual system. Of the four libraries, three have a shortage of general staff and three also lack qualified specialized staff to deal with automation. Research limitations – The investigators could only select four management institutes because of time and logistic constraints, despite Aligarh being the educational hub of western Uttar Pradesh. Originality/value – Although many studies of the same kind have already been conducted on library automation in different areas of world, this paper revealed the current status of automation in libraries of selected management institutes at Aligarh.
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Chandra Mohan Kumar, C. S., and J. Dominic. "A Study on Information Communication Technology among Engineering College Libraries in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu." Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology 1, no. 2 (November 5, 2012): 45–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2011.1.2.20.
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The purpose of this paper is to examine the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in 32 Engineering College Libraries in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu by investigating the ICT infrastructure, current status of library automation, barriers to implementation of library automation and also librarians’ attitudes towards the use of ICT and the availability of computers in libraries. Data-gathering tools used included questionnaire, observation and informal interview with selected college librarians. It is observed that 31.2% of libraries use only one computer for OPAC and 31.2% of libraries have less than 5 computers for internet access. 37.5% of libraries have 5-10 computer to access e-resources, 31.2% libraries have membership in INFONET.
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Neelamma G and Shankaragouda S Gundakanal. "Role of library automation in school libraries." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 20, no. 3 (December 30, 2023): 626–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2023.20.3.2409.
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The study contracts about the importance of Automation in school libraries in the digital age. It is beneficial to students, librarians, faculty members, administrators and parents for several reasons. The library is the resource centre that supports and boosts the curriculum for the school. The study basically covers the objectives, application software, automation vocabulary, advantages of applications etc. Finally, the study covers the automation function of school libraries in the digital era.
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Werking, Richard Hume. "Automation in College Libraries." College & Research Libraries 52, no. 2 (March 1, 1991): 117–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.5860/crl_52_02_117.
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Kargbo, John Abdul Abdul. "Automation: Whither academic libraries?" Information Technology for Development 15, no. 1 (January 2009): 43–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/itdj.20078.
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Hasanah, Nur Alif, Rosiana Nurwa Indah, and Rifqy Zaeni Achmad Syam. "Peningkatan Kompetensi Pustakawan Melalui Penerapan Otomasi Perpustakaan di Perpustakaan SMKN 3 Bandung." Ilmu Informasi Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan 10, no. 1 (January 20, 2022): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.24036/116154-0934.
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This study aims to determine the competence of librarians, which will certainly have a major influence on the development of libraries, supported by a slim-based information technology system, to what extent librarians' competence through the application of automation using window theory contains three indicators, namely: knowledge, skills and attitudes. This research uses descriptive qualitative method with interview techniques. Based on the results, the implementation of this automation system can make it easier for librarians to complete their tasks. The school librarian participates in various activities such as practices that are followed during lectures, training and other seminars organized by the government for those who do not have a library educational background. This can increase the librarian's competence after carrying out these activities. At the time of implementing this automation system, librarians experience several problems, such as unstable internet networks, inadequate computers, and computers that often interfere with data loss, therefore librarians still apply manual systems.
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Malik, Khalid Mahmood. "Library Software in Pakistan." Information Development 11, no. 3 (September 1995): 165–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/026666699509110310.
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The use of computers in libraries in Pakistan is expected to increase as the government realizes the possibilities of new information technology. Outlines the basic elements of the computerization of library operations and discusses the problems of using and developing library software in Pakistan. Libraries have automated individually without exchanging experience; most libraries cannot afford library automation, and librarians are not trained in library automation. Although foreign software is not suitable for Pakistan's libraries, some foreign software is being used, including: dBase III+ and IV; Foxpro; INMAGIC; Mini-micro CDS/ISIS; MINISIS; and Sci-Mate. Attempts have been made to develop library applications software in Pakistan. The most successful has been the Library Automation and Management Program (LAMP), developed by the Netherlands Library Development Project-Pakistan using CDS/ISIS. Recommends that a National Centre for Library Software Development be established and a MARC format for Pakistan should be developed. Library software should be developed to deal with materials in local languages.
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Fera Lestari, Erliyan Redi Susanto, Asep Haikal Kurniawan, Dian Pratiwi, and Wahyu Saputra. "Penerapan Otomasi Perpustakaan di MA Ma’arif 1 Punggur." Cakrawala: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Global 1, no. 4 (December 7, 2022): 114–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.30640/cakrawala.v1i4.416.
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Abstract: Information technology can be used to support activities in various sectors without exception in the field of education. The teaching and learning process in schools is strongly supported by the availability of facilities. Facilities support students in achieving learning objectives. One of the most important facilities to support learning activities in schools is the library. In its management, library functions can be achieved optimally if there is a system to simplify activities in the library. A good library management management system can certainly improve services in school libraries. One form of information technology application for libraries is library automation. The solution to the problem in the form of library automation is expected to be able to assist librarian in carrying out library management. This library automation can also be an important point in providing school facilities and infrastructure, which in turn can be used for school accreditation.Community service activities for the target school scheme with library automation training activities at MA Ma'arif 1 punggur are the availability of software on computers used in libraries as tools used for library automation with features used in the form of book collections (bibliography), library membership and circulation
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Sanders, Jill. "Automation in Derbyshire county libraries." Information Processing & Management 21, no. 3 (January 1985): 260–61. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0306-4573(85)90118-9.
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Sarma, Kishor. "Library Automation in the College Libraries of Barpeta District in Assam: A Case Study." Asian Review of Social Sciences 2, no. 2 (November 5, 2013): 33–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/arss-2013.2.2.1241.
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Automation of the library change the total functioning of the library system, as it helps to keep the library professionals update in their activities. Automation condition of college libraries of Barpeta District are very initial stage. This paper discusses various issues related for the automation of college libraries of Barpeta District in Assam and find out its barriers and also to suggest some means for the development of college libraries through automation activity.
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Jayamma, K. V., and M. Krishnamurthy. "Perspectives of Library Automation in Developing Countries: A Review." Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology 7, no. 2 (November 5, 2017): 39–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2017.7.2.152.
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Today libraries are moving from traditional ways towards Automation, which is the result of the need for modern information society. Automated libraries can immediately adopt various innovations in technology and provide the services very effectively, rapidly, efficiently, adequately and economically. The recent trend in automation of library has made significant growth in development and upgrading of the library. In India, Information Technology is being successfully introduced in all types of libraries and information centres. This article reviews the literature on the library automation. The literature includes journal articles, reports, monographs etc., published inside and outside India, discussing about Library Automation, Library Technical Process, Library Networking, Information Systems, Library Co-operations, Cataloguing, Integrated Library Systems, Library Services, Information processing, Academic Libraries, the need for library automation and the problems faced by library professionals.
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Diana, Mustika, Budhi Santoso, and Teguh Teguh. "Improvement of School Librarians' Abilities in Library Management with SLIMS Automation Software." Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat 4, no. 2 (October 31, 2023): 468–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.32815/jpm.v4i2.1230.
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Purpose: This research paper aims to highlight the importance of enhancing the skills and abilities of librarians in managing information within the context of school libraries. The study specifically focuses on the use of SLIMS automation software for school library management, addressing the significance of this endeavor in the field of information technology.
Method: A workshop conducted on September 18, 2021, provided hands-on training for librarians in SLIMS software, covering installation, circulation, and reporting. Post-workshop support was provided through a WhatsApp group.
Practical Applications: This research benefits both librarians, who gain vital IT skills, and the education sector, where efficient library management leads to improved information access and operations.
Conclusion: By improving librarian skills with SLIMS software, this study contributes to more effective school library management, benefiting students and educators alike.
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Ismaya, Ismaya, M. Yunus Sudirman, Andi Ahmad Chabir Galib, and Mawaddatul Maikam. "An Analysis of Library Management System Development in South Sulawesi." EDUKATIF : JURNAL ILMU PENDIDIKAN 5, no. 2 (June 10, 2023): 1134–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.31004/edukatif.v5i2.4139.
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Website-based library services have been implemented in various libraries in Indonesia, especially those in South Sulawesi. Almost every librarian employee (librarian) routine is greatly helped by the presence of this technology. This research method was carried out with the aim of conducting a survey of 33 libraries that have implemented a library automation system. While the rest also adopted a similar system. The research method uses qualitative descriptive method through questionnaire surveys and direct visits to several libraries in South Sulawesi. We first do further exploration. The survey results showed that of the 33 libraries that filled out the questionnaire, 24 of them had used the library automation system because of the convenience provided by the use of this technology. The results of the analysis of the data obtained during the research show that the use of the Library Management System in the library fulfills two main aspects of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) theory. Utilization of the Library Management System is considered useful to help work in the library, including to assist users in the process of searching for information, the library provides services to users more quickly.
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Lollesgaard, Anja. "Art librarianship in Denmark." Art Libraries Journal 22, no. 2 (1997): 4–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s030747220001035x.
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Art libraries in Denmark mostly fall into one of two categories: art departments’ in public libraries, and research libraries attached to colleges, universities, and museums. Librarians in research libraries are in many cases scholars in their own right, while library staff at the Kunstakademiets Bibliotek are responsible for the Bibliografi over dansk kunst (sadly not published since 1981) and for Danish contributions to the BHA. The Royal Library and some art libraries hold collections of visual resources and of archival materials; in addition, there is an autonomous national archive of Danish artists, Weilbachs arkiv. An art librarians’ section of Bibliotekarforbundet (the Union of Danish Librarians), Kunstfaggruppen, was initiated by art librarians in public libraries, but is open to other art librarians too; Danish art librarians also work together within ARLIS/Norden. Professional training in Denmark is largely confined to general librarianship; art librarians in public libraries tend to be trained librarians with a personal enthusiasm for art, whereas librarians in research libraries are in some cases graduates but are not necessarily trained librarians. While the public library system took advantage of standardization, automation, and networking, the research libraries could not so readily embrace change, but two recent initiatives are beginning to bring libraries of all kinds together — DanBib, the Danish online union catalogue, formed in 1995 by merging the two separate databases for public and research libraries which both originated in the 1980s, and Kulturnet Danmark, a government-sponsored scheme involving the Internet.
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Malik, Dr Anita. "Digitalization and Automation in University Libraries." IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science 8, no. 1 (2013): 60–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.9790/0837-0816064.
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Ubogu, Janet Onomeh. "Automation Process in Nigerian Academic Libraries." International Journal of Digital Library Systems 3, no. 3 (2012): 40–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/jdls.2012070104.
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Dugan, Robert E., and Jane Ouderkirk. "Automation in Small Massachusetts Public Libraries." Library Hi Tech 6, no. 4 (April 1988): 29–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb047739.
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Allen, Bryce. "Automation and organizational change in libraries." Information Processing & Management 28, no. 4 (July 1992): 531. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0306-4573(92)90011-n.
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Torabi, Nazi. "Public Librarians with the Highest Retention Rate are More Likely to Choose their Entire Career Path in Public Libraries." Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 6, no. 2 (June 24, 2011): 64. http://dx.doi.org/10.18438/b8mc9j.
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Objectives – The main objectives of this study were the following:
• to analyze the career path and career movement of librarians in Korea
• to identify and compare factors influencing the career movement path of chief librarians in public libraries and other librarians
• to determine library positions’ turnover rates, average career retention, career reinstatement, proximity between careers, and proximity between different libraries
Design – Survey questionnaire.
Setting – One survey conducted in college libraries, public libraries, special libraries, school libraries, and library-related service providers in Korea, and another in public libraries in Korea, targeting chief librarians only.
Subjects – Librarians were identified from the 2008 Korean Library Yearbook published by the Korean Library Association. Also, more survey recipients in the ‘other category’ were identified through Internet search, directory search, and library ads. A total of 816 librarians participated in the survey. The breakdowns of participants based on the type of library they were working at are the following:
First survey:
• 282 Public librarians
• 268 University librarians
• 24 Special librarians
• 25 School librarians
• 15 Other librarians
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• 202 Chief librarians at public libraries
Methods – A total of 2179 questionnaires were distributed twice in May 2009 via mail to different libraries. Postage paid envelopes were provided. A phone call reminder was made to increase the response rate. 614 copies were returned. The total response rate for the survey was 28.18%. The highest response rate was from academic libraries with a total of 37.17% (Table 2 in the article). Six hundred and forty three copies of the questionnaire were sent out to chief librarians and the response rate was 31.42%. The SAS statistical package was used for conducting statistical analysis of the data. The content areas covered in the two questionnaires are listed below in Table 1 [see Table 1 in fulltext].
In order to investigate the career movement path of librarians, participants were asked to identify their current job position plus the first three positions before the current position. Each position equals one phase in the librarians’ career path analysis. The jobs were broadly categorized into public libraries, university libraries, special libraries, schools and school libraries, database and content builders, library automation system developers, MARC companies, agencies, Internet portals, library supply companies, and others.
Main Results – The data obtained from those items italicized in Table 1 were used to compare factors influencing the career movement path of chief librarians in public libraries and librarians. The survey results on differences in gender show that most chief librarians (58.9%) were men compare to women (41.1%), while the ratio of women to men librarians is 2:5. Therefore, it is more likely that male librarians decide to become chief librarians. Analyzing the age of respondents indicates that it takes 20 years of library experience before one becomes a chief librarian. Survey results on differences in the final academic degree between librarians and chief librarians show that more librarians (96.7%) held higher graduate degree compare to chief librarians (87.6%) (results calculated form Table 7 - p. 333). Likewise, there are more librarians who studied library and information science (83.3%) compare to chief librarians (55.9%) (Table 8). Comparing the type of certificates held by two groups, it is evident that 26.7% of chief librarians do not have any library related certificates compare to 5.9% of librarians. The survey results suggest that both librarians and chief librarians make effort to increase their knowledge and skills. While librarians spend more time to improve operational aptitude and personal management, chief librarians identify themselves as hard working individuals.
The study conducted a simple analysis on factors influencing the career movement of librarians and chief librarians. Those factors differ greatly between librarians and chief librarians. While 25.5% of librarians rank compensation and working conditions as the most important factors, 19.2% of chief librarians report organizational culture as the main motivating factor. Based on the percentage of initial career selected in each job category, the most frequent career paths taken by librarians and chief librarians were identified. A total of 92.9% of public librarians reported that their whole career path was indeed in public libraries. In addition, the average length of service by career movement phase was identified to get shorter from the initial to fourth career for librarians while they intent to stay at their current position the longest (157.8 months). On the other hand, chief librarians have one main career in which they have stayed the longest (116 months). This main career is the position immediately prior to the current job position.
The main results of this article are summarized in table 21, based on numbers presented in the tables 12 to 20 in the article.
The lowest and highest turnovers were among public librarians (7.1%) and library automation system developer and information professionals at MARC companies (100%). Conversely, the retention rates for all other jobs were also determined. 6.2% of school librarians returned to school libraries after working in other types of libraries. This is the highest rate for returning to the previous job.
The proximity between different types of careers was analyzed based on combining the numbers of instances of career movement from the initial to the forth career. The highest rate of proximity is always the movement between the same types of career. The two highest (not same career type) career movements are university library and public library (2.65%) and university library and special library (2.32%).
Conclusion – It is more likely that male librarians will take on leadership responsibilities in public libraries. Usually, it takes 20 years of library experience before one becomes chief librarian. More librarians hold higher graduate degrees compared to chief librarians. This study also analyzes factors influencing the career movement of librarians and chief librarians. Those factors differ greatly between librarians and chief librarians. The lowest retention rate was 0% for library automation system developers and information professionals at MARC companies, whereas the highest retention rate was for public librarians followed by university libraries. The highest rate for return-to-first-job belongs to school libraries. It is noteworthy to mention that chief librarians have one main career in which they have stayed the longest. This main career is the position immediately before to the current job position. It usually occurs in the midcareer phase and it is when the individual has spent more time developing their skills and expertise and has been getting ready for their leadership role.
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Nebeolise, Lucy Ndidiamaka, and Ngozi P. Osuchukwu. "ISSUES IN SELECTING APPROPRIATE SOFTWARE FOR AUTOMATION AND MANAGEMENT OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA." International Journal for Innovation Education and Research 2, no. 10 (October 31, 2014): 32–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.31686/ijier.vol2.iss10.245.
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The world is dynamic and information management is also dynamic. As such, one needs to change to the trend of global information management. There is an eagerness on the part of academic libraries and librarians in Nigeria to shift from traditional methods of information to modern information technologies. This has led to the influx of library software into the ICT market to drive automation needs of the academic libraries. There is need, however, for quality and reliable software that can effectively run on the operating systems of computers in academic libraries. This paper therefore, aims at creating awareness on the issues of selecting appropriate software for automation and management of academic libraries in Nigeria, and the existing software so as to enhance quality selection. The paper further portrayed the criteria in making an effective selection of software in academic libraries and provides guiding steps libraries should follow before selecting software. The paper not only discusses problems associated with software selection but also made recommendations for a way forward. It recommended for the library software developers to endeavor to always providing an upgrade that will not wipe out away old data, software that will be compatible with other library software user groups.
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J.Jaganbabu, Et al. "Status and problem of Integrated Library Management system among Engineering college Libraries in TamilNadu with Special Reference to Kancheepuram district." International Journal on Recent and Innovation Trends in Computing and Communication 11, no. 9 (November 5, 2023): 1907–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.17762/ijritcc.v11i9.9185.
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Libraries are becoming more and more dependent on information and communication technology (ICT), especially with regard to automation and technological know-how. The prevailing paper is displays the reputation and troubles of Library automation in aided university Libraries affiliated with Anna College In Kancheepuram district. The check was changed to unquestionably state that the Kancheepuram district' 87.50% of libraries are automated. And basic problems that are currently not automated include a lack of staff, a lack of infrastructure, a lack of funding, and the absence of human education in libraries. A status view of the software packages that libraries and modules use is also provided by this. The availability, applicability, and issues encountered during the process of implementing and using library automation software applications are the study's specific areas of focus.
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Varnum, Ken. "Letter from the Editor (March 2018)." Information Technology and Libraries 37, no. 1 (March 19, 2018): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.6017/ital.v37i1.10388.
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This issue marks 50 years of Information Technology and Libraries. The scope and ever-accelerating pace of technological change over the five decades since Journal of Library Automation was launched in 1968 mirrors what the world at large has experienced. From “automating” existing services and functions a half century ago, libraries are now using technology to rethink, recreate, and reinvent services — often in areas that simply were in the realm of science fiction.
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Singh, Joginder. "Library Automation and Software Packages for Libraries: A Study of the Library Automation Software Libsys7." Journal of Advances and Scholarly Researches in Allied Education 15, no. 5 (July 1, 2018): 155–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.29070/15/57549.
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Kehinde, Bayode. "Effect of Automation on Organisational Structure, Job Performance and Communication in University Libraries in South West Nigeria." Journal of Advanced Research and Multidisciplinary Studies 1, no. 3 (February 22, 2023): 31–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.52589/jarms-lopk93d9.
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The paper examined the effect of automation on organisational structure, job performance and communication in university libraries in South West, Nigeria. The survey research design was adopted. A questionnaire and observation checklist was the instrument used to collect the data. The sample for the study consisted of 607 library personnel in six (6) university libraries in South West, Nigeria, stratified and judgemental sampling was used to sample 442 library staff for the study. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse data collected on the research questions developed while for inferential statistics, Kendall-tau was used to test hypotheses. Findings from the study revealed that none of the university libraries studied has been to implement full automation of their operations, only acquisitions have been automated across the board in the four (4) university libraries. Also, the findings revealed that automation has enabled a more flexible working environment, affected the pattern of staffing by specialisation, and bridged the gap between communication flow through the use of a variety of information and technology communication (ICT) tools. Furthermore, the study identified that the various constraints to automation in university libraries are irregular power supply, inadequate funding, lack of infrastructural facilities, and staff resistance to training. The study recommended that university and library management of the university libraries studied should make provision for full automation of library operations and services. This will go a long way in adopting new structures in line with technological advancements for greater flexibility, facilitating staff creativity at work, help improve collaboration and resource sharing through the use of automation tools for communication.
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Hudron Kari, Kingdom, and Ebikabowei Emmanuel Baro. "The use of library software in Nigerian University Libraries and challenges." Library Hi Tech News 31, no. 3 (April 29, 2014): 15–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lhtn-09-2013-0053.
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Purpose – The study aimed to look at the library software in use in Nigerian university libraries, and the challenges and frustrations experienced in their automation projects. Design/methodology/approach – The study adopts a descriptive survey method and covers university libraries in Nigeria. A questionnaire was used to collect data from 32 university libraries in Nigeria. Findings – The study revealed that university libraries in Nigeria widely use library software such as KOHA, SLAM and VIRTUA for their library operations. Challenges such as lack of skilled manpower, lack of fund, absence of modern systems (computers) and erratic power supply were identified as the major problems university libraries in Nigeria encountered while using library software. Librarians recommended the use of KOHA, SLAM or VIRTUA library software for use by university libraries that are in search for library software to use. Originality/value – The findings of this study will provide useful information to librarians and library administrators in Nigeria and other developing countries who want to automate their library operations.
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Anasi, Stella, and Hussaini Ali. "Resource sharing challenges and prospects in Nigerian university libraries." Interlending & Document Supply 40, no. 3 (August 10, 2012): 156–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02641611211258235.
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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the barriers to effective resource sharing among academic libraries in Nigeria.Design/methodology/approachProfessional librarians from six randomly selected federal university libraries representing the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria were surveyed using a descriptive survey research design. Questionnaires were sent to 124 librarians; 85 were returned and found to be usable, for a response rate of 68.5 per cent.FindingsThe study revealed that the prospect for resource sharing among university libraries in Nigeria is high. However, factors that hinder effective resource sharing include inadequate funding, a dearth of skilled librarians, power outages, an absence of web‐accessible OPACs, uneven development of libraries, and slow progress of library automation. It is recommended that each university library have a specific annual budget allocation for ICT development and maintenance and for training of librarians to pilot resource sharing projects.Originality/valueThis paper presents resource‐sharing challenges facing academic libraries in Nigeria. It encourages information professionals to embark on capacity building for effective resource sharing. This paper was prepared for the 12th Interlending and Document Supply Conference, held in September 2011.
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Chamberlain, Ken. "Reflections: Directions: Projections." Art Libraries Journal 19, no. 1 (1994): 5–6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0307472200008609.
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Reflections on three facets of professional art librarianship as experienced by the author over the past twenty years: the status of librarians, the status of the art library, information storage and retrieval. The University of Manitoba Faculty Association was one of the first in Canada to accept professional librarians as equal to faculty, a major step for the profession. Canadian librarians have played significant roles in the development of the Art Libraries Society of North America (ARLIS/NA) which from the beginning interested itself in collection development, technical practices of art libraries, and the needs, qualifications and physical surroundings of art librarians. The major technological development of the eighties for art libraries was not the widespread automation of major academic and public libraries, but the introduction of relatively inexpensive personal computers and attendant technology, which gives any library the capacity to access national and international databases and to assemble their files in a format which makes them readily available to a wider public.
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Jadhav, U. S. "Automation of Veterinary College Libraries in India: Problem and Prospectus." Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services 1, no. 1 (June 5, 2011): 20–25. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ijiss.2011.1.1.315.
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This paper attempts to discuss the concept of automation, automation status of Veterinary College Libraries in India. The study has also discussed about the veterinary colleges, its objectives, and status of automation, problems and prospectus. Attempt has been made to analyze the various factors that directly or indirectly affect the progress of library automation such as management issues, ICT infrastructure, skills of staff. Concludes that in this competitive environment and to meet the various needs of users, there is a need for adoption of library automation and extend ICT based services to the users in Veterinary College Libraries.
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Qasim, Muhammad, and Muhammad Ahmad Shah. "A Research on the Status and Challenges of Library Automation in the University Libraries of Faisalabad Division, Pakistan." Winter 2023 3, no. 1 (January 30, 2023): 362–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.54183/jssr.v3i1.174.
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The digital era has brought a revolution in every field of life and has changed traditional practices strongly. The main purpose of the study was to evaluate the status and challenges of library automation in university libraries of Faisalabad Division, Pakistan. The study used a quantitative research method by following the survey technique to collect data from the entire population. All the university libraries of Faisalabad Division were surveyed, and a total of 15 librarians out of a total of 10 universities responded. The other findings depicted that the university library professionals were taking a minimum salary between 31 thousand to 60 thousand while the maximum was above one Lac rupees. The library automation status showed that all the university libraries were partially automated, and KOHA software was used for automation. The main reason behind the usage of KOHA software was that it was open source self-modified library software. The respondents were overall satisfied with the performance of the software. The respondents were supported by their parent organizations, whereas the annual amount of budget was not sufficient. The respondents of the study agreed with the statements that the library software had the necessary features to automate library functions and were also satisfied with the organization’s financial support to some extent.
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Luft, Eric v. d. "Between Tradition and Automation in Special Collections: A Memoir." RBM: A Journal of Rare Books, Manuscripts, and Cultural Heritage 16, no. 2 (September 1, 2015): 93–100. http://dx.doi.org/10.5860/rbm.16.2.445.
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Insofar as my career in libraries straddled the time when “scholar librarians” dominated special collections to the time when “techie librarians” had pretty much taken over, and as I was in the middle of this change at several institutions, I would like to offer a few observations on this radical transition in special collections librarianship.Early DaysMy first library job was in 1973 in the cataloging department of Bowdoin College. A few weeks after I started, this library entered the computer age by acquiring its first OCLC terminal. OCLC had been founded in 1967 as the Ohio College Library . . .
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Timoshenko, Igor. "RFID equipment in libraries: Selection and use." Scientific and Technical Libraries, no. 3 (March 1, 2017): 43–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.33186/1027-3689-2017-3-43-53.
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The issues of functional characteristics of contemporary RFID equipment for libraries are highlighted. The equipment is examined from the viewpoint whether its consumer qualities meet the standards and needs of contemporary libraries. The recommendations on selecting RFID equipment and spare parts for library automation are given. The paper is oriented toward library managers and library automation technologies professionals.
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Feye‐Stukas, Jan. "Minnesota: Library automation and technology in libraries." Library Hi Tech 14, no. 2/3 (February 1996): 169–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/eb048009.
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Fernandez, Peter. "Automation, the 4th industrial revolution and libraries." Library Hi Tech News 37, no. 3 (February 12, 2020): 23–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lhtn-11-2019-0088.
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Amaliah, Eni, Rahmat Iqbal, and Mutiara Cahyani Putri. "MANAJEMEN PERPUSTAKAAN BERBASIS SISTEM OTOMASI DI PERPUSTAKAAN SMA NEGERI 9 BANDAR LAMPUNG." Jurnal Pustaka Budaya 9, no. 2 (July 3, 2022): 106–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.31849/pb.v9i2.10244.
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The purpose of the research discussed in this journal is to explain in detail about library management using an automation system in the library of SMA Negeri 9 Bandar Lampung. The method used in this research is by observation, survey or visiting, documentation, and interviewing directly the library of SMA Negeri 9 Bandar Lampung, namely with the head of the library and also one of the librarians in the library. In addition, the author also uses a qualitative descriptive method to be able to explain and describe the data obtained, and obrtain data through library research, namely through reading materials such as scientific journals. The results of this study include the automation system used in the library of SMA Negeri 9 Bandar Lampung, namely using SLiMS in supporting library management activities, then organizing/librarians who manage the automation system, the library of SMA Negeri 9 Bandar Lampung does not experience problems while using the automation system and can create opportunities for libraries.
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Nafisah, Syifaun. "Urgency of digitizing school libraries in Indonesia’s post-truth era: A cross-perspective review." Jurnal Kajian Informasi & Perpustakaan 10, no. 2 (December 31, 2022): 157. http://dx.doi.org/10.24198/jkip.v10i2.35702.
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The pandemic era has changed all aspects of human activity to be online-based, including the learning process. The online learning process requires digital-based learning resources and knowledge. The condition of school libraries in Indonesia, which is still in the library automation system stage, causes the library's role as a center of knowledge to be not optimal. Therefore, this study examined the urgency of digitizing school libraries to create learning centers based on various perspectives. This study used a qualitative approach with a literature review type. The validity and reliability test used used cross-reference source checks, quick recording, member checks, and extended observation. Data analysis used content analysis with the Miles and Huberman approach model. Based on legal, psychological, health, educational, economic, social, and technological perspectives, research showed the urgency of digitizing school libraries in the post-truth era. Library digitalization has created an educational space allowing the learning process in the library through the provision of collection resources in digital collections by the library. Schools face obstacles in digitizing libraries: inadequate facilities and infrastructure, lack of skills and abilities of librarians for digitization, lack of support from schools as institutions that oversee libraries, and lack of funds provided. Libraries need to consider barriers and solutions. If realized, the library can become a knowledge center as the primary source of information providing the required information, especially for school-age users.
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Petersen, Anders‐Henrik, Rikke Lose, and Elva Einarsdottir. "“I give you some, and then you give me some”: automated ILL of end‐user requests via the Danish National Union catalogue." Interlending & Document Supply 37, no. 2 (May 29, 2009): 94–99. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02641610910962337.
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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explain the efforts, methods and results of the automation of end‐user loan requests in the Danish union catalogue “bibliotek.dk” (library.dk).Design/methodology/approachThe paper explains the implementation of automation of end‐user requests and explains why it is necessary.FindingsThe implications for the user interface are explained, as well as the technical solution and the consequences for the participating libraries and for the end‐users.Originality/valueThe paper will be of interest to all librarians who are supplying end‐users with library material through union catalogues or portals.
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Gu, Ben. "Automation of Processes in the National Library of China: Historical Review and Future Perspective." Alexandria: The Journal of National and International Library and Information Issues 14, no. 3 (December 2002): 133–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/095574900201400302.
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As the largest library in China, the National Library of China (NLC) has spent more than 20 years in automating its processes, and has not yet had an integrated library management system, lagging behind libraries of developed countries and also other major libraries in China. In the 1980s and 1990s the NLC made slow progress; reasons for lack of success in the past include the inadequacy of budgets, the extent of the collections, the pursuit of processing of materials in all languages in a single system, and some management problems. In 2001, the NLC signed a contract with Ex Libris to implement its Aleph 500 system and aimed at comprehensive solutions. Aleph 500 meets most of the library's requirements, supports Unicode and is flexible, scalable and cost-effective. The new system is expected to help the library to fully automate all of its processes, provide services better than other Chinese libraries and process all languages in a single system.
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Ashe, Mary. "Art departments in United States Public Libraries: the Principal Means." Art Libraries Journal 12, no. 4 (1987): 4–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0307472200005368.
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Only larger public libraries in the United States have distinct art departments; in a majority of these, visual art is combined with other arts subjects such as music and performing arts. Scope is broad, covering all aspects of art and reflecting the limitless interests of users and their need for both access to and the loan of material, and for information in answer to queries. Invariably, indexes and files are maintained to document local art. Responsibilities of the art librarian include encouraging users of the art department to be aware of complementary material in other departments, and ensuring that the art department serves the needs and abilities of a wide range of users. In recent years automation has contributed to the development of networking and cooperation; online searching is generally available within larger libraries but more usually through another department or section rather than as an integral element in the art department’s services. The automation of files of local art information has scarcely begun.
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Kirkwood, Rachel Joy. "Collection development or data-driven content curation? An exploratory project in Manchester." Library Management 37, no. 4/5 (June 13, 2016): 275–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lm-05-2016-0044.
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Purpose – Collection development in a post-subject librarian age needs to be done differently; utilising data, metadata, analytical tools and automation more fully may offer new possibilities. The purpose of this paper is to report and evaluate an exploratory project into new techniques for collection development at the University of Manchester Library. Design/methodology/approach – The project employed a cross-team approach where a relatively large number of staff tried some innovative and experimental approaches to individual aspects of a large and complex task in a large, research-intensive university library. The overriding aim was to exploit data to support decision making and to push automation as far as possible. Findings – The quality of (meta)data remains a huge hindrance to data-driven approaches. A proper understanding of usage data is an urgent but intractable issue. Human input and relationships are still important. Data are nothing without analysis, and many librarians currently lack the data fluency to work confidently in a world of dynamic content curation. Practical implications – Librarians need both to re-skill and to change their self-identification and the philosophy that underlies it if they are to achieve confident, data fluency. Originality/value – The University of Manchester Library was one of the first libraries in the UK to make a thoroughgoing structural change from subject-based to functional teams. This paper will be of value to other libraries moving in this direction, and to those looking to make more use of data-driven decision making in collections management.
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Bachhav, Nitin B. "Automation of College Libraries in Maharashtra:A Survey of Nasik District College Libraries." SRELS Journal of Information Management 53, no. 3 (June 20, 2016): 243. http://dx.doi.org/10.17821/srels/2016/v53i3/71199.
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Al‐Ansari, Husain. "Application of information and communication technologies in special libraries in Kuwait." Electronic Library 29, no. 4 (August 9, 2011): 457–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02640471111156731.
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PurposeThe study is designed to explore the application of information technology in various operations and services in special libraries in Kuwait.Design/methodology/approachThe data were collected through a questionnaire accompanied by interviews with head librarians in 25 special libraries in Kuwait.FindingsThis study provides baseline data on the current status of the application of information and communication technology (ICT). The majority of the libraries are partially automated. The library catalogue was found to be the most popular area for automation. More than one fourth of the libraries are still using manual systems in their library operations and services. Lack of adequate personnel, ICT training programs, and low priority of libraries within their organization are major obstacles for ICT application in special libraries.Practical implicationsThis paper will have implications for the development of special libraries in Kuwait. It also indicates existing obstacles, difficulties, suggestion and recommendations for further development.Originality/valueIt is the first study of the status of ICT applications in special libraries in Kuwait. Its findings should help researchers and decision makers to improve the current information infrastructure
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Hussain, Abid. "Industrial revolution 4.0: implication to libraries and librarians." Library Hi Tech News 37, no. 1 (September 18, 2019): 1–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lhtn-05-2019-0033.
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Purpose Industry 4.0 is a term for the so-called Fourth Industrial revolutions. It is the technological integration of cyber-physical systems (CPS) in the process of production. CPS enables internet-based process networking with all participants in the process of value creation. The industrial revolution is actually changing how we live, work and communicate. Many trades have highly been affected by 4IR, libraries are one of them. The libraries of twenty-first century are shifting their paradigms from traditional setup to modern information networking. As people and machines are connecting to each other at enormous speed, artificial intelligence, mobile computing, machine learning and automation of every trade have become a need of the day. Automation and artificial intelligence are change agents in 4IR that will make certain groups of employees redundant, replacing them with new workers with the needed skills or with machines that do the job cheaper. This paper aims to shed light on how the 4IR will “shape the future of education, gender, work and library services”. The purpose of this paper is to highlight the challenges being faced by the library and librarians in the age of Industrial 4.0 revolution in contemporary society. The purpose of this study is to review the past literature on Industrial Revolutions 4.0 in education and interlink them with Library services. Design/methodology/approach The current study performs a systematic and content-centric review of literature relevant to library services. The literature of this study is based on a six-stage approach to identify the design principles and technology trends of 4IR in education and Library services. Findings Industry 4.0 Revolution is the current trend of revolutionary technology, which has affected many services in this age of globalization. Similar, Library services have highly been affected by 4IR. An effort has been made to highlight the vari-ous challenges being faced by libraries and librarians in this age of information. Some solutions have been presented to the library professionals to overcome this technology to boost its services up to the entire satisfaction of the patrons. Research limitations/implications The strategic approach in this study can serve the academicians and practitioners in the field of librarianship as a stepping stone to develop a successful transition from traditional manufacturing into the industry 4.0. Originality/value The study is among the first to identify the challenges being faced by libraries and librarians in this age of Industrial revolutions.
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Ahammad, Nur. "Implementing the Koha integrated library system at the Independent University, Bangladesh." Electronic Library 32, no. 5 (September 30, 2014): 642–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/el-04-2012-0036.
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explain how the author carried out the implementation of the Koha open-source integrated library system (ILS) at the Independent University Bangladesh (IUB) Library, stated how much easy it is to implement Koha in a library and encouraged library professionals to implement Koha in their libraries. Design/methodology/approach – The paper describes the author’s practical experiences regarding implementation of the Koha open-source ILS. Findings – Koha has those functionalities which can fulfill the library automation need of the IUB Library. That is why Koha is selected. Other librarians can easily implement Koha in their libraries. Practical implications – This paper will help librarians to implement Koha in a practical way to their libraries. The author implemented Koha at the IUB Library within three months, and the author used migrated data from Computerized Documentation System/Integrated Set of Information System to MARC-21 for books and made new MARC-21 records for movies. Originality/value – The author is the youngest library professional who implemented Koha at a private university library in Bangladesh. This will influence librarians to learn Koha and implement it in their libraries.
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Asid, Benhur Abdulaup. "Library Automation System of Academic Libraries: A Multicultural Paradigm." Fihris: Jurnal Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi 15, no. 2 (December 28, 2020): 236. http://dx.doi.org/10.14421/fhrs.2020.152.236-262.
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This research was conceived to create a picture of the Library Automation System of Academic Libraries in Zamboanga City. The study was premised on null hypotheses which were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The quantitative research design employing descriptive survey method was used. In the selection of respondents, the systematic random sampling was also employed and the five (5) point likert-type questionnaire-checklist was utilized. The findings revealed that the extent of library automation system in terms of: Administration and Staffing: Facilities, and Services of the (3) three Higher Education Institutions (HEls) involved was found that it is moderately implemented. However, HEIs from public institution showed undesirable results in some areas compared to HEIs from private institution, where the library automation system has been helpful in facilitating loaning services in a multicultural level of clientele. The significant differences among institutions do exist in the library services offered showing that the respondents have their own library services needed to satisfy their needs. It also shows that Academic Libraries are for technological advancement using different library automation systems for different reasons to facilitate library transactions. However, the posited null hypothesis is accepted where all average responses are from 3.40 to 4.19 criteria, implying that whatever ethnic profile respondents belong (multicultural clientele), their responses were similar and were rated within the satisfactory criteria. Therefore, multicultural clientele is not a factor of having poor utilization in the transformation of library services using the Library Automation System. Based on the findings, the full implementation of the library automation system, upgrading of library technology tools and e-resources, creating a functional and interactive library web page, and designing innovative library programs using social media tools to support the educational system with diverse clientele were recommended.
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Rosenblatt, Susan F. "Automation and Organizational Change in Libraries (Book Review)." College & Research Libraries 52, no. 5 (September 1, 1991): 479–80. http://dx.doi.org/10.5860/crl_52_05_479.
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Connor, Clare M. "STAFF TRAINING IN LIBRARIES: THE IMPLICATIONS OF AUTOMATION." Library Management 13, no. 6 (June 1992): 15–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435129210021810.
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