Corporate

 

 

Vision

To Be A Modern And Excellent Centre For Military Information That Enhances The Armed Forces Vision And Mission.

 

Mission

Establish A Professional Library Service Of High Quality That Fulfills The Needs And Satisfaction Of Its Users, Using The Latest Information Technology.


Objectives

  • To provide a wide range of printed and electronic information to meet user needs.
  • To be the point of access to the global information system and vice versa.
  • To be the centre of collection of Armed Forces publications.
  • To provide digital / electronic library service system.
  • To be the resource centre for learning.


Aim and Future Planning

The overall strategic plan is to be a Digital Library. The MINDEF LIbrary faces many shortcomings which cannot be addressed collectively hence it requires a systematic planning in stages to achieve its vision and mission.


Short-term Strategies
The short-term strategies to be a Digital Library are as follows:
 

  • Enhance the MINDEF Library’s ability to access information from local and remote data bases through information technology so that the users can enjoy the concepts of shared information sources.
     

  • Upgrade MINDEF Library facilities and technological applications so that the library presents itself as an appropriate, attractive and conducive environment for learning.
     

  • Integrate co-located branch MINDEF libraries in particular Armed Forces camps into a Base Library such as in Terendak Camp, Mahkota Camp and others.
     

  • Establish a rule obligating all publishers of Armed Forces materials to send at least three (3) copies of their publications to be archieved in MINDEF Library so as to archive the objective of MINDEF Library being the centre of Excellence for Armed Forces military collections and materials.
     

  • Upgrade the library staff skills in computer and information technology so as to better manage the library service.
     

  • Establish a network with the National Library, Academic Libraries and Specialised Libraries in the country so that inter-library loan system can be implemented effectively.

     

Long-term Strategies
After in-depth study and research, the long-term strategies for the development of a Digital Library are as follows:


  • Develop MINDEF Library as the Computer Hub that is connected to all its branches which will enable users to access OPAC and the digital library service from their office, homes or even remote location on a 24 hour basis. This is in line with the concept of establishing a Defence Library Network whereby Armed Forces personnel and their families can enjoy the library service facilities from any location around Malaysia or the globe.
     
  • Free access to information and knowledge in the MINDEF Library to all personnel serving in the defence sector and their families without taking into account their socio-economic status.