Application of Cloud Computing in Public University Libraries in South- East, Nigeria for Effective Service Delivery

Abstract

This study investigated the application of cloud computing services in public university libraries in South- East, Nigeria. Pointedly, the study explored the extent, benefits and challenges of application of cloud computing services by the staff of the libraries under study. The study adopted descriptive survey research design with a sample of 129 librarians drawn from ten public university libraries in South - East, Nigeria. Questionnaire was used to collect data that was analysed using descriptive parameters of mean and standard deviation. The findings revealed that respondents had applied cloud computing services in their libraries amidst challenges such as pricing, acceptance, security, sustainability and post adoption concerns. The study recommended that, based on the enormous benefits of cloud computing services, more Information Technology (IT) infrastructure, which can enhance the application of cloud computing services should be provided for enhanced services delivery in public university libraries.