This document summarizes a presentation about libraries and mobile technology given by Jason Griffey. Some key points include:
- The number of mobile devices like smartphones and tablets on campus networks is growing significantly while traditional computers are declining.
- Operating systems are distinct from devices, with multiple devices running the same OS like iOS or Android.
- Best practices for supporting and managing popular mobile platforms like iOS and Android were discussed.
- Decisions around mobile circulation policies, filtering content, and managing personal data need to be addressed.
- Emerging technologies like 4G LTE networks and new devices from Microsoft and Blackberry were briefly overviewed.
Measures of Dispersion and Variability: Range, QD, AD and SD
The Move to Mobile: Best Practices for Libraries
1. Change is another word for opportunity
libraries, technology, and the next decade
Mid-TN Regional Workshop
March 28, 2013
Jason Griffey
Head of Library Information Technology
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
2. The Move to Mobile
Mid-TN Regional Workshop
March 28, 2013
Jason Griffey
Head of Library Information Technology
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
3. Talking Points
• Post PC World
• Numbers
• Operating Systems vs Devices
• Best Practices
13. Chart 2
0.24% Type of Device on
2.89% Campus Network
18.25%
39.31% 2011
39.32% Macintosh OSes
Windows OSes
Mobile Devices
Game Consoles
Other (Mostly Linux)
14. Chart 2
0.39% Type of Device on
2.17% Campus Network
18.26%
42.59% 2012
36.58%
Macintosh OSes
Windows OSes
Mobile Devices
Game Consoles
Other (Mostly Linux)