Special Libraries: Return on Investment
Return on Investment It's becoming more expensive to operate a special library. According to Wordsrated, 2022 data shows that the average operating expenses per library is $765,715, an increase of…
How People Use Libraries
Changing Library Libraries have evolved over time to adapt to changing societal needs and technology advancements. Today, many libraries have computers and labs where students can do their homework, and…
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Build a Community for Learning
According to "What is a Community of Practice and How Can We Support It?" technology adoption, knowledge management, and learning have shifted from a cognitive view of learning to a…
Programming Library Interior Spaces
It's important to have clear library planning budget in place to ensure that the library design and aesthetic of the interior spaces is consistent with the overall design of the…
Why should you conduct an organization-wide library assessment?
Conducting an organization-wide library assessment to gather data and input regarding employee demographics, perspectives, and experiences can be a valuable way to understand the needs, concerns, and experiences of your…
Do you need a Library Workshop?
Library Planning There are many different ways to present and learn from your community, and it is important to consider the audience and the goals of the library planning project…
Strengthen the Library Design Team
Competing to be the Best It is not uncommon for there to be competition or tension between different professionals in the library design and construction fields. However, it is important…
Continuous Improvement
Continuous Improvement Is your organization facing a unique opportunity with the arrival of new leadership? With fresh perspectives and approaches, there is potential for positive change and growth. There are…
Digital Transformation Consultant
It is important to have a good understanding of the overlapping responsibilities of digital librarians and architects in library design projects. Digital librarians are typically responsible for managing the library's…
BEGIN A LIBRARY REORGANIZATION, RENOVATION AND NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
LIBRARY CONSULTANTS Even at institutions in which the members of the executive committee(s) are very active, the services of one or more library consultants may be quite desirable at an…