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Area of Science:

  • Library and Information Science
  • Healthcare Administration

Background:

  • Many hospital libraries operate in suboptimal physical spaces.
  • Inadequate library facilities can hinder access to essential resources for healthcare professionals and researchers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document a successful hospital library relocation project.
  • To identify key factors in planning, staff engagement, and implementation for improving library spaces.

Main Methods:

  • Case study of a hospital library space improvement initiative.
  • Analysis of planning processes, staff participation strategies, and implementation phases.
  • Evaluation of project constraints, successes, and areas for improvement.

Main Results:

  • A successful relocation to improved library space was achieved.
  • Effective planning and active staff participation were critical to success.
  • Identified specific challenges and successful strategies for library space enhancement.

Conclusions:

  • Strategic planning and inclusive staff involvement are vital for successful hospital library space improvements.
  • Learning from this case study can guide future library facility projects in healthcare settings.