Integration of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Libraries 2012-2023: A Bibliometric Assessment

This article investigates the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in libraries between 2012 and 2023. Employing a bibliometric approach, it analyzes 4,523 publications from Scopus database, revealing rising publication trends, prevalent document types (primarily conference papers and articles), and key contributors. The findings reveal conference papers and articles as the primary publication formats, reflecting the dynamic nature of the field. Notably, the highest publication volumes occurred in 2022 and 2023. This trend shows an evolving role of AI in libraries and emphasizes the importance of librarians acquiring skills to effectively collaborate with AI tools.