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Cloud Computing: a tool for effective records and information management system in Nigerian academic libraries

Authors

  • Nosakhare Okuonghae Glorious Vision University, Ogwa, Edo State. Nigeria https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2281-6217
  • Oluwabunmi Dorcas Bakare-Fatungase Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State. Nigeria https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4665-3969

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12775/FT.2023.002

Keywords

Record and Information Management, Cloud Computing, Academic Libraries

Abstract

Academic libraries, as part of their traditional responsibility, engage in the collection and generation of data and records with a various degree of sensitivity and usefulness. This study examined the importance of library record and advocates for the implementation of cloud computing technology as a viable alternative to other mode of record storage. Cloud computing as a record management tool will help preserve the myriad of records generated from the daily activities of  libraries. The paper also identified the danger of paper or electronic method of information storage. It argued that information stored in this format is susceptible to loss by theft, fire or computer viruses, hard drive collapse as well as the destruction of local library internet server due to poor maintenance culture on the part of the personnel. Apart from the data backup function, remote accessibility of these record is another key consideration for cloud computing utility in library record management. In view of the vast potential, especially in the area of its elastic storage capability, it is highly recommended for all academic libraries in the country. However, it is observed that the cost of data and irregular power supply are some of the challenges facing its adoption in Nigeria, as along with the vulnerability to cyber-attacks which may lead to a partial or total loss of record. In these regards, it is further recommended that cloud computing, as a service platform, is adopted as a backup platform rather than a sole tool for record and data management in academic libraries.

Author Biographies

Nosakhare Okuonghae, Glorious Vision University, Ogwa, Edo State. Nigeria

Nosakhare Okuonghae currently serves as the Head of the Law Library at Glorious Vision University in Ogwa, Edo State, Nigeria. He holds LL.B degree in Law from the University of Benin, Benin City. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) at Lead City University in Ibadan. Nosakhare is well published in Local and International Journals. He is highly passionate about Law Librarianship, Emerging Technologies, Intellectual Property and Information Literacy. Nosakhare is a member of different  professional groups including the Nigerian Bar Association, Nigerian Library Association and British Project Management Professionals and Wikimedia User Group Nigeria.

Oluwabunmi Dorcas Bakare-Fatungase, Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State. Nigeria

Oluwabunmi Dorcas Bakare-Fatungase is an Information Professional/Researcher in the Department of Information and Management, Faculty of Communication & Information Sciences, Lead City University. Her research interest covers emerging technologies, digital & virtual libraries, information use and user communities, bullying and mobile bullying, etc. She is passionate about emphasising the significant roles of librarians in solving different societal issues with the arsenal of information at their disposal. She is a fellow of the Council for the  Development of Social Science Research in Africa and a Queen Elizabeth Scholar in the Advanced Scholars West Africa (QES-AS-WA) program, Carleton University (Canada).

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Okuonghae, N., & Bakare-Fatungase, O. D. (2023). Cloud Computing: a tool for effective records and information management system in Nigerian academic libraries. Folia Toruniensia, 23, 35–52. https://doi.org/10.12775/FT.2023.002
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