The Role of Data Science in Information Services in Asia (TM08)

Data science plays a pivotal role in the evolution of information services in Asia, enabling smarter decision-making, fostering innovation, and driving socio-economic progress. This session will explore how Asian libraries and institutions are leveraging data science to enhance metadata management, predictive analytics, and user engagement while addressing challenges such as data quality, privacy concerns, and resource constraints. Case studies from leading institutions like IITs, IIMs, IISc, CAS, NELBDA, KIST, K-DATA etc will highlight innovative approaches to big data management. Join us to discover how Asia can harness the full potential of data science to deliver efficient, personalized, and impactful information services and lead the global transformation toward dynamic, data-driven ecosystems.