Digital discovery: strategies and solutions

Abstract

Purpose-The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the 29th IATUL Conference on "Digital discovery: strategies and solutions" held in Auckland, New Zealand in April 2008. Design/methodology/approach-The article gives an outline of the issues, content, keynote speakers, social networking and location of this conference. Findings-The IATUL meeting presented a wide range of cutting-edge topics defining the future roles of librarians in a globalised information society. Participants gained insights into the workings and visions of librarians around the globe, had the opportunity to share experiences and best practice and to find new inspiration and encouragement for their own daily work. The conference included areas such as policies for the information society, digitalization strategies, open access initiatives, e-research developments, library support for e-science, library customer orientation, Web 2.0 applications for libraries, learning experiences of the Net generation, information literacy as well as data and knowledge management. Originality/value-The paper provides a conference report of value to library and information professionals, in particular to library directors and senior managers, regarding the development of a modern dynamic infrastructure for digital information and communication and the role of libraries therein.