Browsing by Author "Padmashree, Samavedam"

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A selective review of scholarly communication on library networks and networking of libraries
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2020-08) Padmashree, Samavedam; Sasikala, Cahgari
The number of literature published is dwindling every year by leaps and bounds both in print and digital media with the increase in cost coupled with budget crunch, the institutions are forced to look for alternative sources for acquiring the costly publications mainly to serve their patrons to help them in their research and development activity and other academic needs. These factors are driving the Libraries in similar field into consortium arrangements and establishing networks to share the resource among participating libraries.
Disater management in libraries
(PadmashreeNational Seminar cum Workshop on Trends & Challenges in LIS Education and Profession, 2017-03-25) Padmashree, Samavedam
Implementation of RFID technology in indian maritime university library: A study
(ICSKH 2014, 2014-11) Padmashree, Samavedam
This paper is a case study of how RFID was implemented successfully in IMU library. Step by step processes involved is detailed. The latest technologies benefit the libraries in its day to day routine tasks by increasing efficiency and cutting down on staff time.
Library audit in the electronic environment: challenges and experiences
(National Conference on Managing Libraries in Electronic Environment: Experiences & Success of Library Professionals, 2017-06-29) Padmashree, Samavedam; Sasikala, C.
Audit or Auditing is a regular activity conducted to examine the various process and system of an Institution or an Organisation to ensure compliance to existing policies and procedures. Institutions, which receive grants from government, are liable for audit, as they are accountable for the utilization of funds received. Hence Libraries of Government establishments are liable for Audit, i.e., Internal audit and Comptroller and Auditor General audit (CAG). With the increasing ICT application in libraries, the librarians have a challenging job of keeping the controls in place so as to adhere to the audit procedures and its compliance. To this extent the authors share their experiences.
Maritime information databank – A suggested model
(Library Philosophy and Practice, 2018-12) Padmashree, Samavedam; Sasikala, C.
As a part of continuing research, it is important for any country to identify technological advances in any field and create a national trust of information for use by researchers and general users. With reference to the marine sector, which is a prime sector for the development of any country, it is essential to create such data banks of information to cater to the needs of ship builders, ship owners and the researchers. This article discusses few of the processes involved for the creation of a maritime data bank.
Overcoming the Traditional Barriers and Reaching the Users at the Doorstep with the Trending Technology
(VICLIS2021, 2021) Padmashree, Samavedam; Sasikala, Cahgari
Sharing online journals & magazines among IMU campuses – a aase atudy
(National Conference on Information Technology in Libraries (ITIL), 2016-12-23) Padmashree, Samavedam
The growing cost of publications, the budget crunch faced in libraries have led to resource sharing and consortia options wherein all the participating libraries are benefitted equally and enjoy more resources at their end to serve their patrons. The introduction of ICT application in almost all walks of life has made systems and services at more reachable state. The present day libraries too are not far behind, they are making use of all latest technologies within the budget available to them and having a success story.
Using social media and mobile technologies to offer special services in a university environment
(International Seminar on Application of Communication and Information Technology in Library, 2014-01) Padmashree, Samavedam; Sasikala, Cahgari
The Technological advancement coupled with awareness among people helps the modern library and the librarian to deliver specialized services instantaneously. This paper tries to show how the social networking sites and mobile technology can be used to serve the library users better. The Indian Maritime University, Visakhapatnam Campus students, faculty and staff were surveyed through questionnaire method on their perceptions and use of social media and mobile technology. From the above study it was evident that almost all the respondents are aware of the usage of social networks and own mobile cell phones. However their usage of these technologies varied according to their age, educational status, job status and nature of their interests and attitudes. The paper suggests possible area of library services where adoption of latest technological tools helps in offering more cost-effective virtual information services to the academic and research community in Marine Sciences.