It is, therefore, extremely important to learn how to obtain and handle information efficiently. There is a need to structure and organise information and to produce tools to assist the search and retrieval process. Above all there is a need to be able to exercise quality control in the selection of information. Users need to be able to evaluate sources of information and relate new information to their existing knowledge. In the world of today, information plays a key role.
Information is, for example, of vital importance in research and development work.
Information is needed for practical work such as technical construction, manufacturing and in the marketing of products. This often involves the use of specialised systems for handling scientific, technical and economic information. There is an ever-growing volume of information in every sphere of individual, professional and social life. A number of recommendations were made. In view of the widespread ignorance of the availability and value of the new library and research tools, libraries in academic and research institutions should routinely provide training for users and information providers in information access.