Technology Plan

Shreve Memorial Library Strategic Technology Plan

Shreve Memorial Library (SML) is a public entity designed to serve all individuals who live, work, own property, or attend school in Caddo Parish. Maintained by a parish-wide property tax millage, the system supports the informational, educational, and recreational needs of its constituents.

In late 2023, Shreve Memorial Library contracted with Carson Block Consulting to perform a technology assessment of Shreve Memorial Library. Shreve Memorial Library’s IT Department is well-regarded by the general library staff and administration. The IT department has done an excellent job creating infrastructure and services, especially SML’s internet connection and hardware replacement schedule.

The goal for the technology planning process was to assess the current state, explore cutting-edge technology experiences for patrons, explore opportunities for technology collaboration among all staff levels, and create a technology plan to guide the implementation of improvements.

Technology Statement from SML Strategic Plan:

Library patrons will have high-speed access to the digital world with no unnecessary restrictions or fees to ensure that everyone can take advantage of the ever-growing resources and services available through the Internet.

Shreve Memorial Library will:

Increase digital access to online resources, services and information.
Provide more opportunities to increase digital skills and digital literacy through programming and outreach.
Increase access to the Internet through expanded services.
Educate the community on available resources both online and in-branch at the library.