1. Library manager Gruppo di discussione del Workshop

2. Context Information society Financial constraints Technological change Italian situation: lack of recognition

3. Expertise and technical knowledge Library management Collection development and management Cataloguing, classication and organisation of e- resources Reference service Library operations Computer related information technology Preservation

4. Transferable competences Communication Innovation Analytical skills / problem solving / decision making / critical thinking Leadership Accept responsibilities and risks Resource management Planning and organisational skills Service attitude

5. Issues Support from the employer organisation –Individuals to invest in education and training –Organisation of local training programmes –International cooperation –Periodical meetings of library staff Recognition Job descriptions Role of the professional associations