Technology Planning 101
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The document outlines the fundamentals of technology planning for libraries, highlighting that a successful technology plan serves as a strategic tool aligned with the library's mission, rather than merely a list of desired technologies. It emphasizes the importance of creating a concise, specific, and flexible plan that addresses library challenges while considering emerging technologies and the needs of staff. Key components of a technology plan include an executive summary, library description, analysis of current technology, and detailed recommendations for future advancements.
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Technology Planning 101
- 1. Technology Planning 101NLA/NEMA Annual ConferenceOctober 14, 2010Christa BurnsNebraska Library [email protected]
- 2. What a Technology Plan is…A planA demonstrationA lens with which to focusA prioritizing agentA budgeting toolAn aligner with other institutional goalsA training scheduleA fund-raising tool
- 3. What it is not…A list of technology that the library wants and on what time frame it wants it.
- 4. Your plan should be SMARTSpecificMeasureableAggressive & AttainableResults-orientedTime-bound
- 5. Why?Give the library directionShow the library is forward-thinkingHelp minimize technology-related crisesUse staff time efficientlyAvoid wasting money on equipmentHelp you think through your priorities in order to use technology in a way that directly furthers your mission
- 6. What makes a good plan?ConciseSpecificIntegratedForeseeableFlexible
- 7. And what doesn’t?Tech for tech’s sakeDoesn’t connect the tech to the mission of the libraryDoesn’t explain why the tech is neededPoorly organizedTechno-babbleLeaves stuff out
- 9. The ResourcesDirect:Current strategic and/or long-range planLibrary mission and/or vision statementCurrent and/or previous technology plansIndirect:All of the above for parent institutionLibrary journals, magazines, and blogs
- 10. The StructureExecutive summaryLibrary descriptionLibrary challengesCurrent technology environment Emerging technologiesWeb site evaluationRecommendations
- 11. Executive Summary1-2 page narrative summary of the plan
- 12. Library DescriptionIntroductionPurpose of the planLibrary historyPhysical descriptionMission statementCommunity servedStaffingBudgetCollection size & annual growthServices offeredUse of the libraryCurrent technologyVisuals never hurt!
- 14. Current TechnologyHardwarePatron computers, Staff computers, networking equipment, peripheralsSoftwareOSes, Patrons, Staff
- 15. How to pick new techThink about “competencies”What do you think your staff needs to know to move your library into the future?
- 17. Web Site AnalysisFollows current design practices?Platform?Static, CMSAccessible?Social?Mobile?
- 18. RecommendationsPrioritiesDescription of relevant categoriesListing of the specific recommendationsType (new software, application, hardware)Cost (including interdependencies)BenefitsRecommended timelineAssessment/results/training needed
- 19. Suggested phrasing“In the next [time frame], the library will [action or recommendation], which will result in [associated benefits].”
- 21. More ResourcesMatthews, Joseph R., Technology Planning: Preparing and Updating a Library Technology Plan: Libraries Unlimited, 2005.TechSoup for Libraries: http://www.techsoupforlibraries.org/WebJunction – Technology Planning:http://www.webjunction.org/techplanNLC Technology Planning Worksheet: http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/libdev/erate/ worksheet.html
Editor's Notes
- #4: Must include why’s and how's!!!