The Innovation and Sustainability (I&S) Division is of the divisions in Pustaka Negeri Sarawak. Established in 2004, it was called the Research and Development (R&D) Division until 2017. Administratively, it is directly under the purview of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Operations). I&S Division' s core mission is
Undertake research and study on library and information science that is designed for the improvement and continuing development in the quality of library’s roles in the society and library professionals.
Promote the practical application of relevant research findings in library and information science
Promote standards, guidelines and best practices in library and information science
Provide support, input and advice in the establishment, expansion and improvement of library facilities through the administration of the State and Federal grants
To facilitate research and related activities on library science.
To identify queries regarding library services that need to be answered through research and promote the conduct of research to answer those queries.
To review and make recommendations on studies/research and professional efforts pertaining to libraries and recommending inclusions, standards, procedures and policies as appropriate to Pustaka Negeri Sarawak.
Former Staff
Nesly Rebid - Head of Division from 2004 until 2008
Ramdzan Saman - Staff from 2004 until 2008
Bronny Lawrence Nawe - Staff from 2012 until 2018
Researches
Training Needs Analysis for Library Services in Sarawak - Completed in 2005
Reading Habits Among the Users of Pustaka Negeri Sarawak - Completed in 2014
Reading Habits Among the Users of Public Libraries in Sarawak - Completed in 2014
Information-Seeking Behaviour of the State Civil Staff - On-going
Information-Seeking Behaviour of the Rural Dwellers of Sarawak - On-going
