University libraries: step towards a web based knowledge management system

Rah, Javeed Ahmad; Gul, Sumeer; Wani, Zahid Ashraf

doi:10.1108/03055721011024900

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“…Use of ICT applications can also assist libraries in creating, storing, transferring and using tacit and explicit knowledge. Libraries can use numerous ICT-based tools including integrated library management systems, competency databases, decision support systems, online retrieval and search systems, expert networks, email, groupware, teleconferencing, intranet, WWW, document management systems, videoconferencing, meta data and data mining (Okumus, 2012;Peyala, 2011;Rah et al, 2010;Shanhong, 2000). Mohsenzadeh and Isfandyari-Moghaddam (2009) performed a study to define the status of the application of ICT in academic libraries in Kerman, Iran.…”

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confidence: 99%

Use of different information and communication technologies in Indian academic libraries

Husain

Nazim

2015

Library Review

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confidence: 99%

Use of different information and communication technologies in Indian academic libraries

Husain

Nazim

2015

Library Review

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“…people (people mindset and culture); process (process, policy and strategy) and technology (technology and infrastructure). India (Aswath & Gupta, 2009;Malhan, 2006;Malhan and Gulati, 2003;Rah, Gul, & Wani, 2010;Raja, Ahmad & Sinha 2009;Singh, 2009;Subramanian, 2007;Thanuskodi, 2010;Tripathi, Patra & Pani, 2007;Vijayakumar & Vijayakumar, 2003) …”

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Librarians’ perceptions of knowledge management in developing countries: A case with Indian academic libraries

Nazim¹,

Mukherjee²

2013

International Information & Library Review

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The purpose of this paper is to examine librarians' perceptions of knowledge management, including its concept, potential applications, benefits and major challenges of its applications in Indian academic libraries. A structured questionnaire, containing both open and close-ended questions, was sent by postal mail to 30 librarians of academic libraries in India of which 15 questionnaires were returned. Respondents were asked to define knowledge management and answer questions on its potential applications, benefits and major challenges of the knowledge management applications in academic libraries. Respondents were also allowed to specify their own views on the subject. The findings of the study show that there is a minor difference in how librarians define knowledge management. However, most of them focus on the use of technology or specific processes for the capture and use of explicit knowledge, rather than sharing and using more intangible knowledge embedded in the employees. They have positive attitude towards the applications of knowledge management into academic library practice, and not only because this can bring academic libraries closer to their parent organization, but also because it may help them to survive in an increasingly challenging environment. Although, librarians in the present study acknowledged that they are involved in the practices of knowledge management, but these were perceived as basic information management activities. Lack of understanding of knowledge management concepts, knowledge sharing culture, top management interest, incentives and rewards, financial resources and information technology infrastructure are perceived as the major barriers for incorporating knowledge management into academic library practice. Highlights The term 'intangibles knowledge' has been replaced by 'tacit knowledge' as suggested. KM initiatives in India The full names of the research laboratory acronyms "CSIR, ICMR and ICAR" have written. Discussion Typographical errorsAll the typographical errors, which were pointed out, corrected accordingly. Detailed Response to ReviewersHighlights  Librarians' perceptions of KM in India are shallow dealing with the management of only explicit knowledge or information management rather sharing and using tacit knowledge embedded in employees.  Respondents of the study have positive attitude towards the applications of KM into academic library practice, and believe it can improve library operations and services and bring academic libraries closer to their parent organizations.  Librarians in India are mostly involved in applying IT-based solutions, either for the management of various library operations and services or the development of intranets and institutional repositories, but no evidence has emerged for involvement in the creation and sharing of tacit knowledge.

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“…As we discuss later, using appropriate information architecture for storing information greatly aids findability. Rah, Gul, and Wani (2010) discuss important features of technologies for knowledge management. They discuss the skills needed to implement these systems, as well as terminology especially important in knowledge management.…”

Section: Knowledge Managementmentioning

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Succession Planning for Library Instruction

Sobel

Drewry

2015

Public Services Quarterly

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Detailed succession planning helps libraries pass information from one employee to the next. This is crucial in preparing for hiring, turnover, retirements, training of graduate teaching assistants in academic libraries, and other common situations. The authors of this article discuss succession planning for instruction programs in academic libraries. They provide strategies and tools for use and adaptation.

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University libraries: step towards a web based knowledge management system

Cited by 21 publications

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Use of different information and communication technologies in Indian academic libraries

Use of different information and communication technologies in Indian academic libraries

Librarians’ perceptions of knowledge management in developing countries: A case with Indian academic libraries

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