Campus Change Memo

This proposal aims at suggesting various ways in which library performance can be improved by introduction of new computers systems. This is to improve the efficiency of those students using the computers in the library for their research and learning work.

Background on required changes

The proposals entail the changes that should be carried by the library management so as to enhance the usage of computer system in their study and research work. The current computer systems experience various hitches arising from the outdated computer system that is has little support from service providers. The system is particularly slow so that it takes much time in processing of information as seen in the slow loading of a browser and booting it up to make it operational. These inefficiencies have made it hard for the library to be fully functional and useful to the students, who have to look for alternatives and this is really affecting their research work.  Given the that the learning process is becoming more  digitalized with time , there is a need to have in place a library computer system that is efficient and one that can meet the students learning requirements. There is also the need to rethink the use of library spaces in content delivery and management of research data. 

Objectives of the new system

The aim is to ensure a good user experience and thereby improve students’ performance in their studies and academic work and improve overall performance. The changes on the computer system will also ensure that the library spaces is used maximally , reduces any hitches that may prevent the usage of the library and reduce the amount of time that students have to spend looking up for information . Hence, the library will offer full user experience and provide a dependable system that can guarantee full operations and minimum wastage of resources.

Implementation plan

The implementation process will involve the inputs of institution management in collaboration with the overall management given that financial and human resources will be greatly needed in the process. The library management will carry out an assessment of the specific computer systems that can help in addressing the need for efficiency in time and resource management. The assessment report will be provided to the institution’s management who will allocate the available financial resources and human resources needed to provide the contract for implementation of a new computer system.  The purchase process of a new system will be carried out by the library management while skilled individuals will be hired to install and monitor the entire process. The process will also involve the input of the students in testing to check the efficiency of the new system and whether the desired outcomes have been achieved.  The library staff will be trained to acquire skills on how to use and monitor the system and how the administration of digital learning materials, maintenance process of the system and administration of information required for the learning process.

Benefits of system changes

Over the coming years, libraries will continue playing a major role in improving research data accessibility and redefinition of the leaning process (In Holder, 2013). The introduction of a new system will drive a user experience that is high quality and enhance research data management.

Conclusion

An in improved library computer system will ensure that students experience is high due to reduced time computer functions and hence improved learning process.

Reference

In Holder, S. (2013). Library collection development for professional programs: Trends and best practices.