Factors influencing AI adoption: an international comparative qualitative study of Library professionals

Abstract

Building upon an initial quantitative study exploring the perceptions and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among library and information professionals in Italy, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, and Mexico, this research paper presents a subsequent qualitative comparative investigation. To delve deeper into the findings of the first study, the research team conducted in-depth interviews with selected leading librarians. These interviews focused on exploring the challenges, opportunities, and recommendations related to AI adoption in libraries, aiming to provide a richer, nuanced understanding of the factors influencing library professionals in the four countries