Clarivate Report Unveils the Transformative Role of Artificial Intelligence on Shaping the Future of the Library
Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT) has released its first Pulse of the Library™ report, revealing insights on Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation in libraries. The report, based on a survey of over 1,500 librarians worldwide, shows that:
- Over 60% of libraries are evaluating or planning for AI integration
- 43% prioritize AI-powered tools for users in the next 12 months
- Key AI goals include supporting student learning (52%), research excellence (47%), and content discoverability (45%)
- 42% believe AI can automate routine tasks, freeing librarians for strategic activities
- Challenges include shrinking budgets (47%) and lack of AI expertise (32% report no training available)
The report highlights regional differences in priorities and emphasizes the need for collaboration between IT experts and senior leadership to advance AI implementation in libraries.
Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT) ha pubblicato il suo primo rapporto Pulse of the Library™, rivelando informazioni sull'implementazione dell'Intelligenza Artificiale (IA) nelle biblioteche. Il rapporto, basato su un sondaggio di oltre 1.500 bibliotecari in tutto il mondo, mostra che:
- Oltre il 60% delle biblioteche sta valutando o pianificando l'integrazione dell'IA
- Il 43% dà priorità agli strumenti basati sull'IA per gli utenti nei prossimi 12 mesi
- Gli obiettivi principali dell'IA includono supportare l'apprendimento degli studenti (52%), l'eccellenza nella ricerca (47%) e la scoperta dei contenuti (45%)
- Il 42% ritiene che l'IA possa automatizzare compiti di routine, liberando i bibliotecari per attività strategiche
- Le sfide includono budget in riduzione (47%) e mancanza di competenze nell'IA (32% segnalano assenza di formazione disponibile)
Il rapporto evidenzia le differenze regionali nelle priorità e sottolinea la necessità di una collaborazione tra esperti IT e la leadership senior per promuovere l'implementazione dell'IA nelle biblioteche.
Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT) ha lanzado su primer informe Pulse of the Library™, revelando información sobre la implementación de la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) en las bibliotecas. El informe, basado en una encuesta a más de 1.500 bibliotecarios en todo el mundo, muestra que:
- Más del 60% de las bibliotecas están evaluando o planeando la integración de la IA
- El 43% prioriza las herramientas impulsadas por IA para los usuarios en los próximos 12 meses
- Los objetivos clave de la IA incluyen apoyar el aprendizaje de los estudiantes (52%), la excelencia en la investigación (47%) y la descubribilidad de contenido (45%)
- El 42% cree que la IA puede automatizar tareas rutinarias, liberando a los bibliotecarios para actividades estratégicas
- Los desafíos incluyen presupuestos reducidos (47%) y falta de experiencia en IA (32% informan que no hay capacitación disponible)
El informe destaca las diferencias regionales en las prioridades y enfatiza la necesidad de colaboración entre expertos en TI y la alta dirección para avanzar en la implementación de la IA en las bibliotecas.
Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT)는 첫 번째 Pulse of the Library™ 보고서를 발표하며 도서관에서의 인공지능(AI) 구현에 대한 통찰력을 공개했습니다. 이 보고서는 전 세계 1,500명 이상의 사서들을 대상으로 한 조사에 기반하여 다음과 같은 내용을 보여줍니다:
- 도서관의 60% 이상이 AI 통합을 평가하거나 계획하고 있습니다
- 43%는 향후 12개월 내에 사용자에게 AI 기반 도구를 우선적으로 제공할 계획입니다
- AI의 주요 목표는 학생 학습 지원(52%), 연구 우수성(47%), 콘텐츠 검색 가능성(45%)입니다
- 42%는 AI가 일상적인 작업을 자동화하여 사서들이 전략적 활동에 집중할 수 있도록 해준다고 믿고 있습니다
- 주요 도전 과제로는 예산 축소(47%)와 AI 전문 지식의 부족(32%는 교육이 제공되지 않음을 보고함)이 있습니다
이 보고서는 우선순위에서의 지역적 차이를 강조하고 도서관에서 AI 구현을 촉진하기 위해 IT 전문가와 고위 리더십 간의 협력이 필요하다고 강조합니다.
Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT) a publié son premier rapport Pulse of the Library™, révélant des informations sur l'implémentation de l'Intelligence Artificielle (IA) dans les bibliothèques. Le rapport, basé sur une enquête auprès de plus de 1 500 bibliothécaires dans le monde, montre que :
- Plus de 60 % des bibliothèques évaluent ou prévoient l'intégration de l'IA
- 43 % priorisent les outils alimentés par l'IA pour les utilisateurs au cours des 12 prochains mois
- Les principaux objectifs de l'IA comprennent le soutien à l'apprentissage des étudiants (52 %), l'excellence en recherche (47 %) et la découvrabilité du contenu (45 %)
- 42 % estiment que l'IA peut automatiser des tâches régulières, libérant ainsi les bibliothécaires pour des activités stratégiques
- Les défis incluent des budgets en diminution (47 %) et un manque d'expertise en IA (32 % signalent l'absence de formation disponible)
Le rapport met en évidence les différences régionales dans les priorités et souligne la nécessité d'une collaboration entre les experts en informatique et la direction pour faire avancer l'implémentation de l'IA dans les bibliothèques.
Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT) hat seinen ersten Pulse of the Library™-Bericht veröffentlicht, der Einblicke in die Implementierung von Künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) in Bibliotheken bietet. Der Bericht basiert auf einer Umfrage unter über 1.500 Bibliothekaren weltweit und zeigt, dass:
- Über 60% der Bibliotheken die Integration von KI evaluieren oder planen
- 43% priorisieren KI-gestützte Werkzeuge für Nutzer in den nächsten 12 Monaten
- Die Hauptziele der KI umfassen die Unterstützung des Lernens der Studierenden (52%), Forschungsexzellenz (47%) und die Auffindbarkeit von Inhalten (45%)
- 42% glauben, dass KI Routineaufgaben automatisieren kann, wodurch Bibliothekare für strategische Aktivitäten freigestellt werden
- Problematiken sind sinkende Budgets (47%) und ein Mangel an KI-Expertise (32% berichten, dass keine Schulungen verfügbar sind)
Der Bericht hebt regionale Unterschiede in den Prioritäten hervor und betont die Notwendigkeit einer Zusammenarbeit zwischen IT-Experten und der Führungsebene zur Förderung der KI-Implementierung in Bibliotheken.
- Over 60% of libraries are evaluating or planning for AI integration, indicating strong interest in the technology
- 43% of respondents prioritize AI-powered tools for library users in the next 12 months
- AI adoption aligns with key library goals such as supporting student learning (52%) and research excellence (47%)
- 42% of librarians believe AI can automate routine tasks, potentially increasing efficiency
- 47% of libraries cite shrinking budgets as their greatest challenge in AI adoption
- 32% of respondents state that no AI training is available, indicating a significant skills gap
- Lack of AI expertise is seen as a greater challenge than privacy and security issues
The report combines feedback from a survey of more than 1,500 librarians from across the world with qualitative interviews, covering academic, national and public libraries. In addition to the downloadable report, the accompanying microsite's dynamic and interactive data visualizations enable rapid comparative analyses according to regions and library types. The data is available for free here.
Oren Beit-Arie, Senior Vice President Strategy & Innovation at Clarivate said: "Clarivate has long partnered with libraries as they have adapted to technology advancements, fluctuating economies and evolving needs of their communities. Generative AI is now reshaping the landscape for all, including the library community, in a profound way. We will continue to partner and help libraries think forward by sharing our data and insights so they can continue to make critical decisions, navigate roadblocks and champion their role in advancing research, education and community engagement."
Key findings of the report include:
- Most libraries have an AI plan in place, or one in progress: Over
60% of respondents are evaluating or planning for AI integration. - AI adoption is the top tech priority: AI-powered tools for library users and patrons top the list of technology priorities for the next 12 months, according to
43% of respondents. - AI is advancing library missions: Key goals for those evaluating or implementing AI include supporting student learning (
52% ), research excellence (47% ) and content discoverability (45% ), aligning closely with the mission of libraries. - Librarians see promise and pitfalls in AI adoption:
42% believe AI can automate routine tasks, freeing librarians for strategic and creative activities. Levels of optimism vary regionally. - AI skills gaps and shrinking budgets are top concerns. Lack of expertise and budget constraints are seen as greater challenges than privacy and security issues:
- Shrinking budgets: Almost half (
47% ) cite shrinking budgets as their greatest challenge. - Skills gap:
52% of respondents see upskilling as AI's biggest impact on employment, yet nearly a third (32% ) state that no training is available.
- Shrinking budgets: Almost half (
- AI advancement will be led by IT: By combining the expertise of heads of IT with strategic investment and direction from senior leadership, libraries can move from consideration to implementation of AI in the coming years.
- Regional priorities differ: Librarians' views on other key topics such as sustainability, diversity, open access and open science show notable regional diversity.
Derek Brown, Director of IT, Rochester Hills Public Library said: "The future role of the librarian will be characterized by a blend of traditional responsibilities and new, technology-driven tasks. Even with AI, librarians will continue to be indispensable guides in the information age, fostering a community-centered approach while embracing innovative technologies to enhance library services."
Beit-Arie concluded: "This global survey is a milestone in our continuing conversation and partnership with the library community. Through ongoing engagement and avenues beyond the Pulse of the Library report such as our Academia AI Advisory Council, we continue to listen to concerns, gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and strategic priorities and work in partnership to navigate a world of increasing complexity."
In early 2024, Clarivate launched the Academia AI Advisory Council which features library and faculty leaders from institutions across the globe. Their collective insights help guide the responsible and innovative use of AI in academia, across Clarivate AI solutions.
Explore the Pulse of the Library report here.
Survey methodology and demographics
The survey was hosted online from April to June 2024. Clarivate promoted it to academic, national and public libraries through email, website pop-ups and social media, and it was also shared with key stakeholders. The survey was available to complete in English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean and Japanese languages.
Analysis was conducted in partnership with an external agency, TBI Communications, with further qualitative interviews led by our team. In total, 1,527 survey responses were analyzed, along with several follow-up interviews. The majority of survey respondents (
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