Challenges faced in the implementation of library automation in affiliated colleges of Sambalpur University.

JHARANA PATEL; SUSHANTA PATEL

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79581

Challenges faced in the implementation of library automation in affiliated colleges of Sambalpur University.

Author(s)	Ms. JHARANA PATEL, Mr. SUSHANTA PATEL
Country	India
Abstract	Library automation has become an essential component of modern academic libraries for improving efficiency, information retrieval, and user services. Despite rapid advancements in ICT, many college libraries in India, particularly in semi-urban and rural regions, continue to rely on traditional manual systems. The present study examines the condition of library automation and the challenges faced in implementing automation in colleges affiliated with Sambalpur University.The study adopts a descriptive and analytical research design using a quantitative approach. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, online surveys, and field interactions with librarians and college authorities from 43 purposively selected affiliated colleges. The research investigates the existing infrastructure, level of automation, funding sources, and major barriers affecting automation initiatives in college libraries.The findings reveal that 48.80% of the libraries are still non-automated, 23.30% are at the initial stage of automation, 20.90% are partially automated, and only 7% are fully automated. The study identifies lack of funding, insufficient trained manpower, limited awareness of library software, inadequate technical skills, and poor infrastructure as the major challenges hindering successful automation. Although most colleges possess basic digital facilities such as computers and internet connectivity, the adoption of advanced library management software remains limited. The study also highlights the heavy dependence on internal college budgets for automation activities, indicating the need for stronger institutional and governmental support.The paper concludes that effective library automation requires not only financial investment and technological infrastructure but also skilled manpower, continuous training, administrative support, and a positive attitude toward digital transformation. The study emphasizes the urgent need for strategic planning and policy intervention to modernize college libraries under Sambalpur University and enhance the quality of library services in the digital era.
Keywords	Library Automation, Academic Libraries, ICT, Integrated Library Management System (ILMS), Library Management Software, OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue), Library Digitization
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-29
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79581

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