Author(s):
Yashwant S Chaudhari, Hemant S Bhoye, Yogita Gaikwad, Anil Dalvi
Email(s):
yashwantchaudhari4@gmail.com , boyehemnat23@gmail.cpm , yogitagaikwad.sknssbm@sinhgad.edu , anilsarthi2021@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2231-3915.2025.00002 
Address:
Yashwant S Chaudhari1, Hemant S Bhoye2, Yogita Gaikwad3, Anil Dalvi4
1Librarian, Divine College of Pharmacy Satana, Nampur Road, Satana, Tal-Baglan, Dist-Nashik, Maharashtra 423301.
2Librarian, Loknete J D Pawar College of Pharmacy Kalwan, Tal-kalwan Dist-Nashik Maharashtra 423501.
3Librarian, S.K.N. Sinhgad School of Business Management Ambegaon Pune, (MS) 411041.
4Librarian, JSPMs Narhe Technical Campus Narhe Pune, Maharshtra 411041.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 15,
Issue - 1,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
In the digital age, collection development policies are evolving to address the rapidly changing landscape of information resources, user needs, and technological advancements. Traditionally, collection development focused on acquiring physical materials, but with the rise of digital content, libraries and information organizations must adapt to new formats, delivery mechanisms, and accessibility requirements. This paper explores the role of collection development policies in managing digital resources, including e-books, online journals, databases, and multimedia content. It examines the challenges associated with digital resource acquisition, such as licensing issues, digital preservation, and ensuring equitable access. Additionally, it discusses the impact of user-cantered collection development, emphasizing the need for policies that reflect the diverse and dynamic nature of contemporary information consumption. The paper also highlights best practices for integrating digital and print collections, fostering collaboration between libraries and vendors, and developing sustainable strategies for maintaining digital archives. Ultimately, it argues that a flexible, forward-thinking approach to collection development is crucial for libraries to remain relevant and responsive in the digital era.
Cite this article:
Yashwant S Chaudhari, Hemant S Bhoye, Yogita Gaikwad, Anil Dalvi. Collection Development Policies in the Digital Age. International Journal of Technology. 2025; 15(1):5-1. doi: 10.52711/2231-3915.2025.00002
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Yashwant S Chaudhari, Hemant S Bhoye, Yogita Gaikwad, Anil Dalvi. Collection Development Policies in the Digital Age. International Journal of Technology. 2025; 15(1):5-1. doi: 10.52711/2231-3915.2025.00002 Available on: https://ijtonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-15-1-2
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