how the hunt library redefined the library for the digital age
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Hunt Library’s Digital Transformation efforts
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The James B. Hunt Jr. Library in North Carolina, USA, represents the future of libraries and a true understanding of how people can thrive in a place
that is built on digital.
We believe that not just libraries, but all organizations can learn a lot from
the Hunt Library. It makes you rethink why you are here, what you
want to be and how you fit into a rapidly changing, digital world.
Besides the digital aspects of the library, the building looks amazing and plays a big role in its success.
It was designed by Snøhetta, the same architects who redesigned the world
famous library of Alexandria (picture).
The first co-working spaces were made here 2000 years ago.
Philosophers and mathematicians came together to solve the
problems of their time. We’ve come a long way, but this
principle has remained the same.
And yet, many people have stopped visiting or will never even go to
libraries because of the Internet.
Libraries have become associated with an outdated product in paper books.
The successful libraries of today go back to their co-working roots, while keeping the digital reality of today in mind.
It changed the experience of getting information and collaboration, by providing
simplified, inspiring working spaces combined with the latest technology.
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Its app guides you around the library, lets you reserve rooms or equipment,…
The BookBot, an automated book delivery system with a two million book
collection saves money, time and space.
Most of its books are also available digitally, those that aren’t can be
requested for delivery through the online database.
It uses the same platforms as its audience and encourages them to co-create the stories
on Social Media.
http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/huntlibrary
1. Libraries should look at their roots and provide digitally
supported co-working spaces.
2. If you want to play a role in the physical world, you need to think about how people experience your physical locations and how they interact with
them through their devices.
3. You may not have the budgets for highly advanced, expensive
technology, but with a good business model and information,
you can start small.
Curious for more? Watch the video or visit their website.
The Hunt Library is just one of many organizations that are prepared for the
digital age. Are you?
Our book on Digital Transformation can help you to anticipate disruption and take your future in your own hands.
digitaltransformationbook.com
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