Failure to take action means that libraries will continue to suffer disproportionately in any downsizing measures. Don't forget that staff remaining in the organization will have to be even more productive than before. In addition, knowledge workers are becoming more critical than ever. Organizations should be investing in libraries since they provide essential tools for knowledge workers. More effort must be expended in showing the value added by the library in terms that senior managers understand.
Some top managers are totally unaware of the extent to which their staff rely on the library.
Your library generates value in two ways. This is a big issue and needs further study. What follows addresses the supporting role of libraries. One of the first steps is to ensure that you are addressing the essential needs of your constituency. You must spend a lot of time researching this matter.