2012 UOW Library Annual Report 2012 | Page 2

Vision To be recognised as a knowledge resources centre of distinction, integral to the realisation of the University’s mission, vision and goals. To fulfil this aim, we will: > enrich the student academic experience by equipping students with the skills to succeed as independent learners > promote and support world class research and scholarly communication initiatives through integrated, client-centred discovery systems and services > foster a highly skilled and flexible workforce, recognised for exceptional and innovative service > create stimulating, engaging learning spaces (physical and virtual) to foster collaboration and exploration of knowledge resources Mission Our mission is to enable access to quality resources and services for excellence in research, teaching and learning by: > delivering a range of services and technologies to enable the effective discovery and use of needed resources, irrespective of their format or location; > providing leadership and expertise to support independent learning and research in an increasingly diversified scholarly information environment, and; > capturing and promoting institutional research outputs. Goals Client service goals: > Exceptional service > Integration of flexible information skills programs in collaboration with academic staff Financial goals: > Effective and efficient use of available resources > Provision of resources and services that have a high ratio of value to cost Internal process goals: > Client-centred access to resources > Demonstrated application of business excellence principles Learning and growth goals: > Skilled and knowledgeable staff equipped to respond to change > Effective succession management and leadership development