The Kraemer Family Library (KFL) is set to revolutionize its operations with an innovative AI Organizational Pilot, granting every staff and faculty member a one-year license to Microsoft Co-pilot. This initiative explores how AI can enhance library services, streamline operations, and foster continuous learning across the organization.
As part of this pilot, KFL will conduct comprehensive training sessions, allowing each department to independently experiment with AI applications relevant to their work. This decentralized approach empowers departments to explore AI-driven efficiencies, ethical considerations, and practical lessons without the constraints of top-down directives. The findings will be documented and shared across the organization, creating a dynamic environment of ongoing improvement and adaptation.
Dean of the Kramer Family Library and Senior Executive Director of Innovation and Technology Seth M. Porter emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “To build our future, we must embrace innovation and integrate it at every level. This AI pilot is a crucial step in that direction.”
By encouraging experimentation and collaborative learning, the Kraemer Family Library aims to lead the way in adapting AI technologies for the academic library of the future and operational excellence in higher education. The insights gained from this pilot will benefit KFL and serve as a model for other institutions seeking to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in higher education.
Stay tuned for more updates as KFL pioneers this exciting journey into the future of AI-driven organizational excellence.