Factors contributing to successful collaboration among Omani academic libraries

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to identify contributing factors, both internal and external, that will ensure a successful collaboration between Omani academic libraries.

Design/methodology/approach

A qualitative research approach was adopted, and 23 individual interviews were conducted with representatives from participating libraries.

Findings

Collaboration among Omani libraries is a complex situation and its chances for success are dependent upon a host of factors, including the participating libraries' staffing, management, financial resources, and available technology as well as support from university administrators.

Originality/value

This paper presents the findings of original research conducted by the author and reports on the nascent stages of library cooperation in Oman and in a region that is not often covered in library literature.

Citation

Al Harrasi, N. and Hassan Jabur, N. (2014), "Factors contributing to successful collaboration among Omani academic libraries", Interlending & Document Supply, Vol. 42 No. 1, pp. 26-32. https://doi.org/10.1108/ILDS-02-2014-0015