Introduction of four factors for smooth running of the Next Generation Libraries in Sri Lanka: A concept paper

Abstract

In this concept paper, new factors to the field of Library and Information Sciences are introduced. These factors are named as the Four Factors for smooth running of the next generation libraries in Sri Lanka. Main purpose of introducing these factors is to facilitate the smooth running of libraries especially in Sri Lanka and generally all over the world. This paper points out four factors that should be considered by librarians in Sri Lanka and other parts of the world along with the conversion of traditional libraries to the next generation libraries. Mainly, these factors can be used by any large scale to small scale libraries to make their day to day life easier and more secure. Next generation of the libraries will have to depend on the sophisticated IT tools and equipment as the world is moving to the digital era fast. As such, to be par with the world changes libraries should be digitized as much as possible to cater for the modern user needs. The four factors introduced by here are mostly related to use of modern electronic equipment and Information Technology within the library premises. The four factors are as follows. 1. CCTV SYSTEM 2. BACKUP WARRANTY 3. RFID TAGS 4. CENTRALIZED UPS SYSTEM