PAPER ID: Vol. III Issue IV (January to March 2026 ) /1-9 /1
AUTHOR : Suman Vishnoi[i] Dr. Sheela Dabas[ii] Dr. Bhanu Partap [iii]
TITLE: CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTING KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SELECTED UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES OF HARYANA: AN EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION
ABSTRACT: This study investigates the challenges in implementing Knowledge Management (KM) practices in selected university libraries of Haryana. The main objectives were to examine the awareness and understanding of KM among library professionals, explore its applications and benefits, and identify the barriers to effective implementation. Data were collected from 43 library professionals through structured questionnaires and analyzed to understand their perspectives. The findings reveal that while most respondents are aware of KM and recognize its role in improving library operations, knowledge sharing, and academic support, several challenges hinder its effective implementation. Key barriers include lack of training, limited financial and human resources, resistance to new tools, and misunderstanding of KM concepts. The study also highlights the positive impact of ICT tools in enhancing knowledge creation, storage, and dissemination. Overall, the study emphasizes that addressing these challenges through proper training, infrastructure, and institutional support can strengthen KM practices, leading to more efficient, collaborative, and user-focused university libraries.
The findings show that most respondents are aware of KM and recognize its role in improving library services, knowledge sharing, and academic activities. ICT-based tools significantly support KM processes like knowledge creation, storage, and dissemination. However, challenges such as lack of training, limited resources, resistance to new technologies, and misunderstanding of KM concepts persist. Addressing these through training, institutional support, and proper infrastructure can strengthen KM practices and lead to more efficient, collaborative, and user-centered university libraries in Haryana.
KEYWORDS: Knowledge management, University libraries, Library professionals, Knowledge management strategies, Haryana.
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