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VOL. 12, ISSUE 6 (2025)
Information and communication technologies in library administration: Trends, tools, and transformations
Authors
Abhishek, Dr. Seema Sharma
Abstract
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have profoundly
changed the face of library administration, making it efficient, accessible and
satisfying for users. This study investigates recent trends, tools and issues
in the use of ICT in library management systems, academic libraries and public
libraries. The main aim is to examine how ICT devices are being deployed,
including automation software, digital cataloguing systems, RFID, and
cloud-based systems to simplify administration chores. As the research
methodology, a mixed-methods strategy was chosen that involved a systematic
review of the literature in conjunction with a survey of 50 library workers in
different facilities that consisted of questionnaires. The result shows the
vast usage of tools such as Koha, SOUL and DSpace by libraries to carry out
activities such as acquisition, circulation, cataloguing and managing digital
resources. Although the use of ICT has enhanced operational efficiency and
service delivery, issues relating to limited funding, staff training and
infrastructure, especially in rural settings, continue to pose a challenge.
This paper ends by noting that strategic investments in ICT tools and
infrastructure, capacity building, and institutional support are critical to
the sustainable inclusion of technology in library administration. These
findings can guide policymakers, librarians and learning institutions to come
up with superior ICT plans for the modernisation of libraries.
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Pages:58-63
How to cite this article:
Abhishek, Dr. Seema Sharma "Information and communication technologies in library administration: Trends, tools, and transformations". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 12, Issue 6, 2025, Pages 58-63
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