Creating the Innovative Library Culture: Escaping the Iron Cage Through Management Innovation

Jantz, Ronald C.

doi:10.1080/13614533.2017.1388055

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“…Nonetheless, the need to surmount the stasis associated with librarianship continues to be stressed, along with the idea that librarians must overcome the conservatism that views past action as inherently right (Budd, 2008). Strong leadership is needed to manage innovation (Jantz, 2017b) and rise to the challenges imposed by a changing environment.…”

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Knowledge management and innovation: Two explicit intentions pursued by Spanish university libraries

Pacios

2019

IFLA Journal

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This article analyses the content of three types of institutional statements (mission, vision and values) published on Spanish university libraries’ websites. The aim is to determine whether they express explicit support for knowledge management and innovation in the university. The analysis revealed that 75% of the population (n = 76) published at least one such statement. The most widely published of the three types was the mission statement, 37 of which contained the terms ‘knowledge’ or ‘innovation’, particularly the former, present in 33. The vision statements of 17 libraries alluded to both, in practically the same proportion. ‘Innovation’ appeared in 20 of 28 libraries with statements of values, denoting the high esteem in which that conceit is held by university librarians. These statements stand as proof that libraries regard innovation and some stage of knowledge management as primary aims, with the furtherance of knowledge creation/generation the one most frequently cited.

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confidence: 99%

Knowledge management and innovation: Two explicit intentions pursued by Spanish university libraries

Pacios

2019

IFLA Journal

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“…To achieve this goal, leaders will have an important role. Their ability to think outside the box and the introduction of new service concepts will ensure success (Jantz, 2017).…”

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“…Furthermore, research on leadership, innovation adoption and management are growing globally. In developed countries, a number of researchers (Abadi, 2014;Basahuwa, 2017;Clayton, 1997;Damanpour and Childers, 1985;Eisenbeiss et al, 2008;Jantz, 2013Jantz, , 2017Luquire, 1983) conducted research studies to explain and explore the various dimensions of innovation in libraries. However, there is a dearth of literature in the context of Pakistan.…”

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The current influential factors in adoption of innovations in university libraries of Pakistan

Awais

Ameen

2021

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the salient factors in adoption of innovations in university libraries of Pakistan. The topic is important because academic libraries need to be innovative for meeting the new vision/mission of higher education. A previous study conducted by the same researchers concluded an inappreciable state of a large majority of university libraries in Pakistan (Awais and Ameen, 2018). It is, therefore, necessary to examine and investigate the ground realities and important factors influencing in the local context.Design/methodology/approachQualitative design is used to explore the important influencing factors. Data are collected through conducting a series of semi-structured interviews from 15 academic library leaders belonging to traditional and 15 with a better status of innovations.FindingsMajor factors like behavioral issues of library staff, lack of trainings, lack of budget and leadership skills are causing hindrance in leading to adopt new trends and innovations. Vision of higher authorities, library team with new skillsets, funding by the Higher Education Commission, etc. favor adoption of innovations. All leaders of the academic libraries need to have a positive strong attitude, vision and planning to overcome the barriers in the path of adoption of innovations to survive and thrive.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is conducted in local context of Pakistan. Only viewpoints of librarians at top level are taken. Viewpoints of higher authorities, library staff and users are not taken for this study. Similarly, viewpoints of only 30 library leaders are taken, which is also a limitation of this study.Practical implicationsTraditional-type library leaders can overcome the barriers by going through the findings and conclusion. They can get ideas from the discussion of innovative-type library leaders.Social implicationsUniversity libraries can be improved by the help of policy makers and higher authorities. Eventually, users would get better learning, teaching and social environment.Originality/valueThe study is conducted in a local context of Pakistan. It may provide a guideline for some future planning and development of university libraries. The research will be also useful in creating awareness among professionals of other developing countries.

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“…The organizational culture represents the deeply rooted values and beliefs shared by the employees of an organization (Jantz, 2017), and influences the management of innovations in public libraries. For instance, after surveying nine public libraries in New Zealand which implemented Facebook, Neo and Calvert (2012) conclude that most public libraries are interested in adopting innovations but, at the same time, do not wish to associate themselves with innovations that might negatively impact the library’s image among the public.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

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Best practices for managing innovations in public libraries in the USA

Potnis

Winberry

Finn

2020

Journal of Librarianship and Information Science

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Public libraries serve as anchors for thousands of communities across the United States. Innovations are critical for the survival and relevance of public libraries in the country. Few studies, if any, identify the best practices for managing innovations in public libraries based on the experiential guidance shared by administrators of public libraries that are recognized for their innovations. This empirical study fills in the gap by identifying the challenges and solutions for managing innovations in public libraries in the USA. A thematic content analysis of qualitative responses collected through an online anonymous survey of 219 administrators of 211 innovations in 106 urban public libraries awarded for their innovations revealed 30 unique challenges to planning and implementing innovations and an equal number of solutions, which were then organized into five clusters: strategy, finance, organizational behavior, human resource management, and communication. Administrators and staff in public libraries need to develop competencies in these five areas to better manage innovations in the future. Other public libraries can learn, apply, and benefit from these best practices. The best practices for managing innovations, if applied, can enhance the perceived and real value of public libraries to their local communities.

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Creating the Innovative Library Culture: Escaping the Iron Cage Through Management Innovation

Cited by 15 publications

References 18 publications

Knowledge management and innovation: Two explicit intentions pursued by Spanish university libraries

Knowledge management and innovation: Two explicit intentions pursued by Spanish university libraries

The current influential factors in adoption of innovations in university libraries of Pakistan

Best practices for managing innovations in public libraries in the USA

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