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Emerging technology, innovation, and the digital library

H. Frank Cervone (Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, Indiana, USA)

OCLC Systems & Services: International digital library perspectives

ISSN: 1065-075X

Article publication date: 2 November 2010

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Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to discuss the issues and impact of emerging technologies and innovation in libraries.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper is a general overview of the concepts and application of emerging technologies and innovation to library practices.

Findings

Librarians need to be careful about how terminology such as emerging technology is used as emerging technology in one sector is not new in others and to have credibility, librarians must understand how those differences may play out within their overall organizations. When libraries are situated in parent organizations that value experimentation and innovation, libraries must be willing to experiment and innovate with services and processes. Furthermore, because technology changes quickly, libraries need to be agile in evaluating and implementing technology.

Originality/value

This paper fills a gap in the digital library project management literature by providing an overview of the issues related to implementing and using emerging technology and innovative practices within libraries.

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Citation

Cervone, H.F. (2010), "Emerging technology, innovation, and the digital library", OCLC Systems & Services: International digital library perspectives, Vol. 26 No. 4, pp. 239-242. https://doi.org/10.1108/10650751011087594

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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