Technology is a wonderful thing... when it's used in a positive way.
Bringing self-check out machines into the library is wonderful. It aids patrons who are in a hurry to get their books and go. It enables staff to spend more time with patrons who may need more assistance.
Computerized catalogs make finding what you are looking for- be you a staff member or a patron- a snap. Where card catalogs could only turn up exactly what you looked for and lead you through a maze of drawers, computerized databases can bring all results to you in a matter of seconds.
Digitizing library collections means more space, more materials that can be accessed and happier patrons.
Library card sign up over the internet means more convenience for the patrons and continues to bring libraries forward.
When technology is used to cut jobs however, technology is not a wonderful thing.
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