| This article explains the current scenario of information communication technology (ICT) applications in library
and information science field. The changes occurring due to ICT in the library environment, wherein the professionals are changing the acquisition methods of collection to access mechanism and the services provided in normal environment to electronic environment. The different type of collections (e-resources) and the management of those in the life cycle are discussed in this article. The advantages and disadvantages of e-resources are mentioned with the role of library professionals in the 21st century, as per the changing scenario. The challenges of the future for implementing different types of information services are explained in detail along with the conclusion as a challenge to the LIS profession. |