Research and Information Services at Lied Library: Restructured, revitalized and planning for the future

Abstract

Purpose

This paper summarizes the changes in the organization and services of the Research and Information Department since moving into Lied Library.

Design/methodology/approach

Includes a description of reorganization and strategic planning efforts of the department, along with possible future direction for the evolution of services, space utilization and staffing.

Findings

The reality of living in the new facility, Lied Library, proved to require changes not envisioned during the planning phase. Lied Library is not a static environment. Allocation of space and the way services are provided to customers continue to evolve.

Originality/value

This paper will be helpful to others planning a new academic library, and highlights the need for ongoing planning and evaluation of services after the building project is completed. It also describes successful and less successful strategic planning efforts for an academic reference department.

Citation

Nozero, V. and Finley, P. (2005), "Research and Information Services at Lied Library: Restructured, revitalized and planning for the future", Library Hi Tech, Vol. 23 No. 1, pp. 66-74. https://doi.org/10.1108/07378830510586702