Objectives
The aim of the study is to identify using of library software and comparative analysis between public and private university libraries of Bangladesh. The objectives are to determine what software are used in university libraries and what are the reasons behind using these software, find out the professionals preference of library software and satisfaction level, identify problems obstructing software installation, etc.
Methodology
An interview method used to gather data from selected highly top ranked public and private university libraries of Bangladesh. A structured questionnaire used for collecting data.
Findings
Findings publishthe collection of books of the public university library is better than private university library. But e-journal, public universities are far behind than private universities. Private university library is more equipped (computer, barcode scanner, scanner and RFID etc.) than public university libraries.The study also showsthat Private university libraries regularly conducting survey of user satisfaction on the other hand public university libraries doing rarely.
Practical implications
The results of the study will be useful for the both public and private university libraries for further improvement. These will get a proper concept usage of library automation software.
Originality/value
The insights and views obtainedfrom for the both public and private university libraries are original.
Keywords: Library automation, Software, User demand, Computerized, RFID, Digitalization
31-Aug-2024
