Using Data to Support Collection Development and Improve Library Value

Abstract

Data analytics and data visualization can help librarians understand their collections in a new way. Predictive analytics and other statistical analytic techniques may aid librarians in predicting future demand for resources and resource requests. The following articles are examples of innovative ways to analyze collections and focus collection development activities.

Keywords:

• collection analysis
• collection development
• data visualization
• demand driven acquisitions
• predictive analytics
• academic libraries
• public libraries