Future of Libraries Innovation & Transformation in the Digital Age

Libraries are evolving beyond traditional roles into dynamic centers of innovation collaboration and technology-driven services with AI playing a crucial role in enhancing information access and user engagement. This book explores AI-driven automation design thinking in academic libraries and the impact of chatbots on information retrieval while also addressing the future of digital collections and preservation strategies. It examines the changing role of librarians emphasizing the need for new competencies to adapt to technological advancements and community needs. Intended for librarians educators and policymakers this book envisions a future where libraries remain essential hubs of knowledge and lifelong learning empowered by innovation.