Role of Academic Libraries towards Digital Transformation of HEIs from the Perspective of NAAC Evaluation Process in India

Abstract

Digital transformation refers to the transformation to ensure the consumption of services in a digital environment where the process of digitization plays a vital role in the modern ICT era. This process uses digital technology to usher change the way institutions operate and delivers value to the end-users. From the perspective of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) evaluation process for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) digital transformation is very much important and it is encouraged in the evaluation process; it is quite visible that digital transformation of HEIs would carry huge weightage in the evaluation process which, in turn, fetches for HEIs greater grades. Being constituent part of HEIs library and information centres have greater responsibilities towards fulfilment of digital transformation of HEIs. It promotes greater accessibility, transparency and quality within the higher education sector. The present study highlights the role of academic libraries in digital transformation of HEIs from the perspective of NAAC evaluation process in India.