Abstract
This study examined digital acumen as a predictor of information technology management strategy adoption among systems librarians in universities in South-South, Nigeria. Specifically, the study sought to assess the extent of systems librarians' digital acumen, determine the extent of information technology management strategy adoption, and establish the relationship between digital acumen and IT management strategy adoption. A correlational research design was adopted for the study. The population comprised 66 systems librarians drawn from federal, state, and private universities in Nigeria's South-South region. Due to the manageable size, the entire population was used as the sample. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Out of the 66 questionnaires administered, 55 were duly completed and found usable, representing an 83% response rate. The data generated were analysed using descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient). The findings revealed that the level of systems librarians' digital acumen is high, indicating strong technological competence. However, the extent of IT management strategy adoption was moderate, suggesting inconsistencies in implementation. Most importantly, the study established a statistically significant moderate positive relationship between digital acumen and IT management strategy adoption. The study concluded that digital acumen significantly predicts IT management strategy adoption among systems librarians. It was recommended that universities strengthen digital skills development and institutional support for improved IT strategy implementation.
Keywords: Digital Acumen, Information Technology, Information Technology Management, Systems Librarians, University Libraries
Publication Date: 2026-05-03