Information Analytics in the Structure of Ukrainian National Libraries Activity (Based on Analysis of their Sites)

Abstract

The objective of the study is to determine the optimal structure for organizing information and analytical activities of Ukrainian libraries of the national level. The method of analysis was used for identifying the diversification of the forms of organization of information and analytical activities of the indicated libraries. The results of the study indicate the existence of two forms of organizing national libraries regarding the implementation of information and analytical activities, one of which is based on realizing their functions in different departments of libraries, and another one is aimed at creating a separate unit in the organizational structures of libraries. The conclusions of the study proved the dependence of the form of organization of information and analytical activities in national libraries on their level in the library system. Creating separate departments carrying out information and analytical activities can be considered as a perspective form of organizing information and analytical activities of Ukrainian national libraries due to the increasing responsibility of employees for the timing of the work and integration of analysts of various specializations, as well as creating conditions for developing the cognitive component of library activity.