Digital Preservation Policies, Strategies, and Challenges in University Libraries: A Systematic Review
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: Background of the study: In the post-COVID-19 Pandemic era, digital preservation is a crucial strategy for preserving collections in university libraries. Purpose: The primary objective is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the policies, strategies, and challenges associated with repository-based digital preservation in university libraries. Method: This study uses a systematic literature review with the PRISMA framework to select, assess, and synthesize evidence from Google Scholar. Out of Scopus-indexed references (2018-2025), 19 relevant articles met the inclusion criteria. Findings: Digital preservation is a major focus in Asia and Africa (nearly 85% of literature), with significant contributions from Pakistan. Key obstacles include a lack of formal policies, limited budgets, insufficient staffing, and obsolete technology. Developing nations rely on backups, replication, and migration, while developed countries utilize advanced techniques like web scraping. Conclusion: This research presents an in-depth study of digital preservation policies, strategies, and challenges. The findings assist researchers and practitioners in maintaining access to digital intellectual heritage and guide policymakers in managing repository-based digital content preservation.
Source: Record and Library Journal
Authors: Andi Saputra, Desriyeni, M. Giatman
Institution: Universitas Negeri Padang
Language: English
Subfield: Conservation
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7167667893