Msuya, Jangawe2016-10-052016-10-051990Msuya, J., 1990. Planning the automation of libraries in developing countries: A systems analysis approach. Library Review, 39(3).http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11810/4360Full text can be accessed at http://www.emeraldinsight.com/doi/abs/10.1108/00242539010003920Many libraries in developed countries have automated their housekeeping functions; a few developing countries have already made moves towards automation while others are still planning for it. The planning process in library automation is highlighted. Aspects such as setting objectives; assessing the existing system; evaluating options; writing specifications for the required system; resources; the human factor; and maintenance are considered. A note of caution is sounded to libraries intending to automate, particularly those in developing countries where resources are scarce.enAutomationDeveloping CountriesLibrariesSystems analysisJournal Article10.1108/00242539010003920