Generative AI is reshaping the publishing industry—and libraries are beginning to notice the impact on our collections.| The Digital Librarian
Past and future speaking engagements by Nick Tanzi, the Digital Librarian.| The Digital Librarian
The talk around artificial intelligence and libraries can be exciting, frightening, and confusing. Here's a resource list to help you get started!| The Digital Librarian
Navigating AI requires a cautious, informed approach in which public libraries collaborate with community partners to support our youth.| The Digital Librarian
Though I work as a librarian, my most important job is being a parent! I was recently invited onto the Patchogue Medford Library’s Adventures in Parenting Podcast, where I shared a parent’s perspective on engaging with generative AI. I hope you’ll give a listen! Other News I’ll be at the 2025 Computers in Libraries Conference […] The post A Parent’s Perspective on AI appeared first on The Digital Librarian.| The Digital Librarian
Whenever an emerging technology arises, there are inevitably those who will question the value and relevance of the library. Throughout my career, I have heard some version of the refrain “Why do I need the library when I have:” The World Wide Web (1993). Google (1998). Amazon/Kindle/eReader (2007). The iPad (2010). ChatGPT (2023). In each […] The post The Library’s Value is Increased in the Age of AI appeared first on The Digital Librarian.| The Digital Librarian
I recently had the opportunity to appear as a guest on the Maryland State Library Agency (MSLA) Podcast with interviewer and MSLA Communications Manager Tim Pratt. Tim and I discussed the librarianship, the impact of technology on our profession, and how libraries will navigate the age of AI. I share why despite the challenges ahead, […] The post Talking Change, Emerging Technologies, and Libraries appeared first on The Digital Librarian.| The Digital Librarian
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is prompting libraries to increasingly define their relationship with the technology. As I speak with library professionals in the US and abroad, there are some themes I see developing. Administrators Want a Blueprint for AI Adoption! Unfortunately, the road to emerging technologies in the library is often unpaved, and […] The post AI in Libraries: Notes from the Field appeared first on The Digital Librarian.| The Digital Librarian
As libraries define their relationship with artificial intelligence (AI), library policy will play an essential role.| The Digital Librarian
The age of AI necessitates that libraries develop policy and procedure governing the use of the technology by our institutions.| The Digital Librarian
From AI disruption to increasing financial strain on our digital collections, the year 2025 promises to be filled with both challenges and opportunities for libraries.| The Digital Librarian
Early engagement is critical to understanding artificial intelligence, and a working knowledge of AI within the library is necessary| The Digital Librarian
The age of AI presents many unique challenges for libraries--but also real opportunities. In many ways, disruption is a part of the library's business model!| The Digital Librarian
Here's some tips to help you get started implementing artificial intelligence at your library.| The Digital Librarian