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Library Consortia Restructuring Plan and Smart Implementation Path Based on Next-Generation Library Service Platform

  • Wang Xinyu ,
  • Wang Yi ,
  • Shao Bo
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  • 1 School of Information Management, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210023;
    2 Nanjing University Library, Nanjing 210023
Wang Xinyu, master candidate; Wang Yi, doctoral candidate; Shao Bo, deputy director, professor, PhD, corresponding author, E-mail: shao@nju.edu.cn.

Received date: 2024-04-26

  Revised date: 2024-11-13

  Online published: 2025-04-22

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This work is supported by the National Social Science Fund of China project titled “Reconstruction of Library Consortium Based on Next Generation Library Service Platform”(Grant No.23BTQ005).

Abstract

[Purpose/Significance] Library consortia are currently facing slow development and weakened services. “Reconstruction,” as an effective solution for the smart transformation of library consortia, can drive them to form new service models and technical solutions. The reconstruction can help meet the growing demands of users and society for information and knowledge by building specific implementation processes. [Method/Process] This paper employed literature review and case analysis to outline an implementation pathway for smart library consortium reconstruction. It analyzed cases of smart library consortia, discussed potential implementation paths for their reconstruction, and provided a basis for improvement and refinement. [Result/Conclusion] Based on next-generation library service platforms, the smart reconstruction of library consortia can be achieved through several key areas: system selection, personnel allocation, service design, migration, and maintenance. Detailed migration plans for member libraries are essential, alongside a broader alliance strategy. Future efforts should be further emphasized technological innovation and collaborative alliance endeavors.

Cite this article

Wang Xinyu , Wang Yi , Shao Bo . Library Consortia Restructuring Plan and Smart Implementation Path Based on Next-Generation Library Service Platform[J]. Library and Information Service, 2025 , 69(9) : 90 -99 . DOI: 10.13266/j.issn.0252-3116.2025.09.008

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