Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the present study is to assess the attitude of library professionals towards information technology (IT) implementation in three university libraries in North India. Methodology: The study uses a survey research method in order to ascertain the attitude of library professionals. The primary data was collected from 91 library professionals (professionals, semi-professionals and para-professionals) through structured questionnaires that were then analyzed using Pearson Chi-square analysis. Findings: The study reveals that there is a positive attitude among library professionals towards the implementation of IT in university libraries. Originality: The study adds value to the current literature on academic libraries in India and is one of the cutting-edge studies to look into library professionals’ attitude towards information technology applications in university libraries. Practical implications: The findings suggest that a positive attitude of library professionals was instrumental in implementing the technology in context. However, implementing and maintaining technological infrastructure is an expensive affair that demands investing more funds on the part of university authorities.

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