Digitization of Library Resources: Challenges and Implication

Abstract

This paper examines the concept of digitization, its implications, challenges and the digitization software. It also discusses the challenges often encountered during digitization and the implications. Digitization is a process in which materials are converted from the hard copies to electronic copies. The major purpose of digitization is; to enhance access and improve preservation of library materials. A number of challenges are encountered in the process of digitizing library materials. These challenges includes; finance, bandwidth and copyright, which have implications for library. The implication is that library will now be able to provide access to materials that were indigenous to them. It was concluded that digitization is an essential task in modern day libraries, because of the current challenges, and the need to go digital, that is, improve the efficiency of information search mechanisms and enhance access to library resources.