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Analysis of the Implementation of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) as a Collection Security System with PIECES in the Printing Publishing Library of the State University of Padang

2025-05-27T16:42:23+00:00

This research aims to describe how the implementation of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) as a collection security system in the Printing Publishing Library of Padang State University with PIECES analysis. This research is descriptive qualitative research. Determination of informants in this study was carried out by purposive sampling method. Data collection was done by observation, interview, and literature study. Data validation was done through source triangulation which was then analysed with qualitative data analysis techniques by Miles and Huberman. The results showed that: (1) performance RFID in the library includes easy and fast access to information and identification of library materials; (2) information RFID produces accurate and relevant information; (3) econonmy RFID in the library only has procurement costs at the beginning of installation, but as the number of books that must be installed RFID decreases, the budget began not to be submitted. The resources are librarians and also components that are integrated with RFID; (4) control RFID in the library has not been accompanied by routine maintenance; (5) efficiency RFID is considered quite good starting from the efficiency of time, energy, and the way RFID works itself; and (6) the service provided using RFID is fast and is a small step for the library in improving service quality.

Pemanfaatan Akun Instagram @lib.unand dalam Pemenuhan Kebutuhan Informasi Mahasiswa Universitas Andalas

2025-05-22T05:19:44+00:00

This study discusses the utilization of the Instagram account @lib.unand by the Universitas Andalas
Library in fulfilling students' information needs. Using a descriptive quantitative approach, data
were collected through questionnaires distributed to 381 students selected using Slovin's formula
from a total of 8,060 followers. The research instrument was based on the Uses and Gratification
theory, which includes cognitive, affective, personal, social, and escapist needs. The results show
that the account generally supports students' information needs with an average score of 3.21.
Cognitive needs scored the highest (3.34), followed by personal (3.29), social (3.20), affective
(3.17), and escapist (3.06). These findings indicate that students mainly use the account to obtain
academic information and strengthen personal identity. This study recommends enhancing content
variety and user interaction to optimize the effectiveness of digital library services.

Keywords: Instagram, information needs, academic library, student engagement, social media

Transformation Of The Role Padang State University Library In Supporting Achievement Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

2025-05-24T11:39:08+00:00

Padang State University Library is one of the university libraries that has great potential to contribute to the sustainable development goals agenda. The purpose of this research is to analyze the transformation of the role of Padang State University Library in supporting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This Research uses a descriptive qualitative approach and data collection techniques such as in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. In this study, reserachers used data validity testing through triangulation and source triangulation. In this study there were five people as informants consisting of the head of the library and librarians at the Padang State University Library. aThe transformation that has been carried out by the library is reflected in the provision of optimal services, the implementation of information literacy programs, the provision of open access to scientific information sources, and involment in emprowering the academic community and society. The results of this study can be utilized by the library to continue to transform in achieving optimal to support the realization of SDGs.

The Implementation of Specialised Library Based on The National Standard For Specialised Library Number 7 of 2022 (Case Study At Class 1A Padang District Court)

2025-05-25T18:48:12+00:00

This study aims to describe the implementation of a special library at the Padang District Court Class 1A based on the National Standard for Special Libraries Number 7 of 2022. This research is a descriptive qualitative research with 3 (three) informants selected through purposive sampling. The data collection was carried out through observation, interview, and documentation. Data validation was carried out by triangulating techniques, by equating the research results obtained based on 3 (three) different data collection techniques which were then analysed through 3 (three) stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of a special library in the Class 1A Padang District Court Library has not fully complied with the 6 (six) aspects in the National Standard for Special Libraries Number 7 of 2022. Starting from library collections, facilities and infrastructure, library services, library staff, library organisation, and library management.