Purpose–This paper reports on the findings of the HEFCE‐funded outcomes project which
aimed to investigate strategic planning in UK academic libraries. Design/methodology …

Purpose–The purpose of the paper is to explore the impact of strategic planning, marketing
and external relations, and shared services on library development. Design/methodology …

A review of the future of academic libraries that draws initially on a generic model to
describe the components of all library systems. Touches upon some economic changes and …

Purpose–The paper aims to describe the effect of changes in UK higher education policy on
services and staff in university libraries. Design/methodology/approach–A survey of …

Purpose–The purpose of this study is to analyse the network strategies of academic libraries
and presents an approach to the evaluation of strategic plans and their implementation …

Academic libraries currently operate within and contribute to a rapidly changing
environment. Being aware of what is changing and ensuring that libraries can continue to …

This study utilized the qualitative approach including content analysis of literature and in-
depth interviews in order to design Strategic Management Model for Academic Libraries …

Purpose–The purpose of this original research is to gauge the level of academic libraries'
strategic credibility by analyzing whether strategic planning goals align with annual reports …

As strategic plans developed in the 1990s reach maturity, it is crucial to question the use and
impact of strategic planning in academic libraries. This article reviews the origins of strategic …

For public libraries, as with most organizations, effective strategic planning is critical to
longevity, facilitating cohesive and coordinated responses to ever present and ever …