This guide will help library managers understand the underpinnings of technology and how to powerfully manage tech to serve patrons and staff alike. You will learn: -how libraries fit into the technology market -strategies to future-proof library technology efforts -approaches to technology planning that stick--and strategies to keep the plan on track -skills to understand technology investments by understanding the total costs of ownership and the specialized library return on technological investment -how to collect and use useful data and statistics without being overwhelmed -how to stay...

This guide will help library managers understand the underpinnings of technology and how to powerfully manage tech to serve patrons and staff alike. You will learn: -how libraries fit into the technology market -strategies to future-proof library technology efforts -approaches to technology planning that stick--and strategies to keep the plan on track -skills to understand technology investments by understanding the total costs of ownership and the specialized library return on technological investment -how to collect and use useful data and statistics without being overwhelmed -how to stay...