Purpose This paper aims to examine how the Internet of Things (IoT) technologies can shape libraries to become intelligent, automated and data-driven service environments. It features new initiatives in IoT, smart library technologies and recent developments that are influencing the digital library landscape, such as artificial intelligence (AI)-powered services, smart infrastructure and user-centric approaches. Design/methodology/approach This paper will be descriptive and analytical and is based on current literature, technology trends and smart library practices in IoT-enabled environments. This paper discusses the present state of library services and technologies that facilitate these services such as RFID systems, smart shelves, occupancy sensors, environmental monitoring devices, artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) platforms and smart systems integrated into cloud computing. Findings This research shows that IoT technology is helping to automate library processes, monitoring and real-time service provision. RFID circulation systems, occupancy analytics, AI-powered virtual assistants and sensor systems for preservation are enhancing collection management, space utilization and user services. According to the research, cybersecurity concerns, interoperability, data privacy and infrastructure readiness are also significant challenges to the deployment of IoT in libraries. Originality/value This paper provides a technology-oriented view of the escalating importance of the IoT and AIoT in the smart library ecosystem. It covers strategic preparedness, digital governance and new technological trends affecting the smart campus and connected learning environment, which are changing libraries. This study contributes to the practical applications and future-ready smart libraries.
Mukesh Behera (Mon,) studied this question.
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