Challenges and Issues in Academic Library Management

"Academic libraries are maneuvering themselves as torch bearers and trainers of educational advancement through the integration of knowledge systems and resources. New tools of information technology have absolutely changed the role & responsibilities of librarians. This book attempts to provide a strategy for academic libraries applying principles and practices of strategic management. In this era of knowledge economy, information management is moving toward a digital, globalized, informationalized, networked, and intelligent direction. The book discusses the evolution of library management systems (LMS) and how changes in technology, information environment, user expectations and searching behaviors, competition from related application streams and the availability of enterprise wide systems particularly in academic and research environments have influenced changes in LMS functionality and design. This book will help librarians and library school students understand the operation, resources and facilities that are available in the academic library"--