Assessment of Library Operations and Automation Potential at One Integrated School in the Philippines

Despite rapid advances in technology that are reshaping how institutions function, Eusebio Lopez Memorial Integrated School still manages its library in old fashioned way. Right now, the library at Eusebio Lopez Memorial Integrated School still runs on a completely manual system. This setup slows things down, causes mistakes, and makes it harder for students and faculty to get the materials they need. This study takes a closer look at how the library is currently being managed and considers whether switching to an automated system would actually work for the school. To get a clear picture, the researchers talked to students, faculty, and library personnel, and also spent time observing how things are done. The information gathered showed several issues, especially in how books are organized, borrowed, and kept track of. These problems make it tough for the library to fully support the learning needs of the school. After reviewing everything, the study found that moving to automation wouldn’t just be possible — it would make a big difference in how the library works and how it serves the school community.