IMPACT OF ICT INFRASTRUCTURE ON JOB SATISFACTION OF COLLEGE LIBRARIANS: A REGIONAL STUDY

Damodar Dashrath Waghmare; Vaishali U. Bhakt

doi:10.29121/shodhgyan.v4.i2.2026.132

Authors

Damodar Dashrath Waghmare Department of Library and Information Science, Shri JJT University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Vaishali U. Bhakt Department of Library and Information Science, Shri JJT University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhgyan.v4.i2.2026.132

Keywords:

Ict Infrastructure, Digital Divide, Library Automation, Job Satisfaction, College Librarians, E-Resources Accessibility

Abstract [English]

Lord Buddha told that every man have some intellectual duties to survive better in the society or organization, that is called Pradnya or wisdom that means right attitude, right communication and right decision and have clear vison for their duties and responsibilities. The LIS professionals have wisdom that they are dynamic in nature by acquiring special techniques and skills for performing their job. This research examines the relationship between ICT infrastructure and job satisfaction among library professionals in government-aided colleges of Southern Maharashtra. Data was collected from 2,387 librarians using questionnaires assessing library management software (LMS), OPAC functionality, internet speed, and access to e-resources. Results show that 75% of respondents reported satisfactory LMS functioning, and 77% found OPAC user-friendly. However, 60% of librarians rated internet speed as slow or medium, and 37% considered e-books too costly. Only 40% reported good connectivity. A significant positive correlation was found between ICT infrastructure quality and job satisfaction. Professionals with better digital resources and faster internet reported higher satisfaction levels and greater confidence in service delivery. The study identifies a digital divide between urban and rural institutions. Recommendations include upgrading internet connectivity, increasing budgets for e-resources, and providing regular ICT training to enhance both satisfaction and service quality.

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