Análisis de los procesos de automatización en las bibliotecas públicas del cantón Portoviejo

Abstract

The present investigation was carried out with the objective of analyzing the automation process in the public libraries of the Portoviejo canton, this study used the quantitative methodology, supported by the descriptive method. A design was carried out that contemplates two stages: in the first, the state of the art is reviewed to base the present study with theories. In the second, a comparison table with criteria and indicators is designed and applied to characterize the automation processes and, through an interview with the staff, analyze the activities carried out in the public libraries of the Portoviejo canton. Among the results it is considered that the current state of automation in libraries is favorable, they use the KOHA library management system, there is a fluid and assertive environment, and in this way the user can satisfy their need for information and the librarian can provide a efficient service. The conclusions emphasize the need to improve the information retrieval module and access to an online public catalog.