The Digital Library Technologies Group (DLTG) supports technologies for the Dartmouth Libraries that advance research, teaching and learning at Dartmouth.

DLTG:

• Supports technologies and applications throughout library spaces.
• Provides project management support for the wide range of technological and digital initiatives in the Dartmouth Libraries.
• Manages server infrastructure.
• Provides strategic technological support for research and learning.
• Creates code that enables Dartmouth Libraries staff to do their work and support Dartmouth.
• Contributes open-source code for the benefit of the broader community.
• Works to ensure a good user experience for all library users, informed by universal design principles. 
• Strives to make the Libraries’ online tools accessible.

Our Divisions

Infrastructure and Digital Scholarly Systems

Leadership: Este Pope

This group supports server infrastructure and applications for use in digital publishing, digital collections, archival and digital preservation systems, and repository management. We contribute to collaboration efforts at Dartmouth and beyond.

Library Information Technology Systems

Leadership: Joe Montibello

This group is responsible for desktop computing, library management software, and library discovery systems. We also develop and support  a number of integrations connecting our systems to partners across campus and beyond.

Project Management and User Experience

Leadership: Jennifer Mullins

This group collaborates with and works across library departments to ensure that technology solutions are user focused and make the best use of resources. We conduct user research, and apply best practices in design, accessibility, and inclusive project management.

Principles Guiding Our Work

Adopted December 2023

• We build technology solutions to achieve the goals of Dartmouth Libraries.
• Our technology solutions include applications, systems, and workflows. 
• We prioritize modular, sustainable, flexible, and shareable solutions. 
• With our colleagues, we identify solutions and build a shared understanding of challenges and opportunities. 
• We consider many options, including local development, open source, and vendor solutions.