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Digital Visibility and Web-Content Analysis of Academic Information Systems: A Case Study of Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Library Web Profile

Author(s) Mr. Mahendrakumar Gulabbhai Patel, Dr. Ajit Prajapati
Country India
Abstract In the contemporary digital ecosystem, the university library website has transcended its traditional role as a static information page to become a dynamic "virtual gateway" for intellectual engagement. As higher education institutions increasingly rely on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to bridge the gap between physical collections and remote users, the web presence of a library becomes a critical indicator of its institutional vitality. This research paper presents a comprehensive content analysis of the University Central Library website of Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU), Surat. Utilizing a descriptive content analysis methodology, this study audits the library's digital presence across five key dimensions: general infrastructure, collection digitization, e-resource accessibility, research support services, and administrative transparency. The findings reveal that VNSGU has successfully established a hybrid information environment, managed by SOUL 3.0 software, providing access to over 2.1 lakh print volumes and a vast digital repository through the "One Nation One Subscription" (ONOS) initiative. The study further highlights unique strengths, including the "Shantaben Ishwarbhai Savani" Research Repository and the deployment of assistive technologies like the KIBO XS device for visually impaired scholars. The paper concludes that while the VNSGU library website effectively serves as the "heart" of the university's research infrastructure, future integrations of Web 2.0 tools could further enhance user engagement.
Keywords Academic Libraries, Content Analysis, Webometrics, Digital Libraries, VNSGU, Library Services, Information Science, Shodhganga, Assistive Technology.
Field Sociology > Data / Information / Statistics
Published In Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-26
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.64620
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