Digital libraries: the systems analysis perspective

Abstract

Purpose

This column seeks to examine the role of libraries in the description, organization, and accumulation of critical research data.

Design/methodology/approach

This is an opinion column, but the literature was briefly examined to understand the trends for this area.

Findings

Libraries have an important role in data curation and preservation regarding the research data output of a university.

Practical implications

There is a very important opportunity for libraries to take the lead in the important area of data curation and preservation regarding research data.

Originality/value

Libraries can play a vital role in establishing orderly policies and procedures surrounding the curation, preservation, and organization of important research data, which is an emerging area at research institutions, but is becoming an acute need.

Citation

Fox, R. (2012), "Digital libraries: the systems analysis perspective", OCLC Systems & Services: International digital library perspectives, Vol. 28 No. 4, pp. 170-175. https://doi.org/10.1108/10650751211279102