Advocacy for Intelligent Libraries in the Era of Fifth Industrial Revolution

• Authors: Ajani Yusuf Ayodeji , Oladokun Bolaji David

Title variants

PL

Poparcie dla inteligentnych bibliotek w erze piątej rewolucji przemysłowej

DE

Förderung intelligenter Bibliotheken in der Ära der fünften industriellen Revolution

• Languages of publication: EN

Abstracts

EN

Aim: The onset of the 5th Industrial Revolution heralds a transformative era marked by extraordinary technological advancements, compelling libraries to reinvent themselves within a rapidly digitizing world. The study explores the evolving role of libraries, emphasizing the integration of smart technologies to enhance user experiences, streamline operations, and increase knowledge accessibility. It addresses critical ethical and privacy concerns, advocating for strategies that uphold inclusivity, transparency, and intellectual freedom. Methods: The study employed an interpretive content/document analysis methodology to thoroughly review and analyze literature sourced from diverse databases, including Scopus and Web of Science. This methodological choice aims for a comprehensive and well-rounded examination of the subject, incorporating a broad spectrum of perspectives and insights. The interpretive content/document analysis process involves a meticulous scrutiny and interpretation of textual materials, fostering a nuanced understanding of the investigated topic. The inclusion of literature from reputable databases like Scopus and Web of Science not only enhances the credibility and reliability of the findings but also ensures a robust exploration of the subject. Results: Key technologies such as AI, machine learning, data analytics, IoT, blockchain, AR/VR, and 5G are examined for their impact on library operations and user engagement. Challenges, including digital equity, ethical AI use, data security, interoperability, and financial constraints, are identified and analyzed. Conclusion: The study advocates by highlighting the necessity for libraries to evolve into dynamic, intelligent hubs that contribute to sustainable knowledge systems while maintaining their foundational principles.

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Cel: Początek piątej rewolucji przemysłowej zwiastuje erę transformacji, charakteryzującą się niesamowitym postępem technologicznym, zmuszającym biblioteki do ponownego odkrycia swojej tożsamości w szybko digitalizującym się świecie. W badaniu przeanalizowano zmieniającą się rolę bibliotek, kładąc nacisk na integrację inteligentnych technologii w celu poprawy doświadczeń użytkowników, usprawnienia operacji i zwiększenia dostępności wiedzy. Badani porusza krytyczne problemy etyczne i związane z prywatnością, opowiadając się za strategiami, które podtrzymują inkluzywność, przejrzystość i wolność intelektualną. Metody: W badaniu wykorzystano metodologię interpretacji treści/analizy dokumentów w celu dokładnego przeglądu i analizy literatury pochodzącej z różnych baz danych, w tym Scopus i Web of Science. Ten wybór metodologiczny ma na celu kompleksowe i wszechstronne zbadanie tematu, obejmujące szerokie spektrum perspektyw i spostrzeżeń. Proces analizy interpretacji treści/dokumentu polega na skrupulatnej analizie i interpretacji materiałów tekstowych, co sprzyja zrozumieniu badanego tematu w sposób pełen niuansu. Włączenie literatury z renomowanych baz danych, takich jak Scopus i Web of Science, nie tylko zwiększa wiarygodność i rzetelność wyników, ale także zapewnia solidną eksplorację tematu Wyniki: Kluczowe technologie, takie jak sztuczna inteligencja, uczenie maszynowe, analiza danych, IoT, blockchain, AR/VR i 5G, są badane pod kątem ich wpływu na operacje biblioteczne i zaangażowanie użytkowników. Wyzwania, w tym równość cyfrowa, etyczne wykorzystanie sztucznej inteligencji, bezpieczeństwo danych, interoperacyjność i ograniczenia finansowe, są identyfikowane i analizowane. Wniosek: Badanie opowiada się za koniecznością przekształcenia się bibliotek w dynamiczne, inteligentne ośrodki, które mają wkład w zrównoważone systemy wiedzy, przy jednoczesnym zachowaniu ich podstawowych zasad.

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Ziel: Der Beginn der fünften industriellen Revolution kündigt eine Transformationsepoche an, die durch außergewöhnliche technologische Fortschritte gekennzeichnet ist und Bibliotheken dazu bewegt, sich in der schnell digitalisierenden Welt selbst zu finden. Die Studie untersucht die evolvierende Rolle der Bibliotheken und legt den Druck auf die Integrierung von intelligenten Technologien zur Verbesserung der Nutzererfahrungen, Optimierung der Abläufe und Steigerung der Wissensverfügbarkeit. Die Arbeit bezieht sich auf zentrale ethische und datenschutzbezogene Fragestellungen und plädiert für Strategien, die Inklusivität, Transparenz und intellektuelle Freiheit unterstützen. Forschungsmethode: In der Studie wurde die Methodologie der Inhalts-/Dokumenteninterpretation verwendet, um eine präzise Durchsicht und Analyse der Literatur aus verschiedenen Datenbanken, einschließlich Scopus und Web of Science, durchzuführen. Diese methodische Auswahl zielt darauf ab, das Thema umfassend und vielseitig zu untersuchen, indem ein breites Spektrum an Perspektiven und Einsichten einbezogen wird. Der Prozess der Analyse interpretativer Inhalte/Dokumente umfasst eine sorgfältige Analyse und Interpretation von Textmaterialien, was zu einem detaillierten Verständnis des untersuchten Themas beiträgt. Die Berücksichtigung von Literatur aus renommierten Datenbanken wie Scopus und Web of Science erhöht nicht nur die Glaubwürdigkeit und Zuverlässigkeit der Ergebnisse, sondern gewährleistet auch eine fundierte Erschließung des Themas. Forschungsergebnisse: Zentrale Technologien wie künstliche Intelligenz (AI), maschinelles Lernen (ML), Datenanalyse, Internet der Dinge (IoT), Blockchain, erweiterte Realität/virtuelle Realität (AR/VR) und 5G werden auf ihre Auswirkungen auf die Bibliotheksarbeit und das Engagement der Nutzer untersucht. Herausforderungen wie digitale Gleichstellung, ethische Nutzung von KI, Datensicherheit, Interoperabilität und finanzielle Einschränkungen wurden identifiziert und analysiert. Schlussfolgerung: In der Studie wurde die Notwendigkeit betont, Bibliotheken in dynamische, intelligente Zentren umzugestalten, die zur nachhaltigen Entwicklung von Wissenssystemen beitragen, aber auch gleichzeitig ihre grundlegenden Funktionen bewahren.

Keywords

EN

Intelligent libraries; Innovation; Sustainable knowledge system; 5th Industrial Revolution

PL

Inteligentne biblioteki; innowacje; zrównoważony system wiedzy; 5. rewolucja przemysłowa

DE

intelligente Bibliotheken; Innovationen; nachhaltiges Wissenssystem; fünfte industrielle Revolution

• Publisher: The Nicolaus Copernicus Public Provincial Library in Torun, Poland
• Journal: Folia Toruniensia
• Year: 2024
• Volume: 24
• Pages: 29-51

Contributors

author

Ajani Yusuf Ayodeji

• University of Abuja, The Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

author

Oladokun Bolaji David

• Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom, Nigeria

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Identifiers

DOI

10.12775/FT.2024.002