Johanna Rachinger: Visionary steps towards the digital future of libraries!

Johanna Rachinger: Visionary steps towards the digital future of libraries!

Johanna Rachinger, who has served as General Director of the Austrian National Library (ÖNB) since 2001, has an unparalleled track record with her tireless commitment and visionary projects. Since her appointment, Racheger has significantly increased the number of visitors to the library and pushed forward numerous renovation projects as well as the opening of the literary museum. How wien.orf.at reports, Rachinger recently announced a comprehensive package of measures to integrate artificial intelligence (AI), which includes innovative cataloging processes and image analyzes to make the library fit for the future.

A major information and media literacy center was founded in 2022 to help students and the public navigate the “jungle of information.” This forward-looking step is part of Racheger's comprehensive strategy to advance the library's digital transformation. In addition, she plans to relocate the House of Austrian History, which is affiliated with the ÖNB, to the MuseumsQuartier in 2028 Wikipedia describes. These strategic initiatives position the library not only as a cultural center, but also as a pioneer in the area of ​​media literacy and AI integration.

A decade of literature museum

This year, the literary museum, which opened in 2015, is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a colorful program of events that includes readings and musical performances to enrich the literary cultural landscape. Racheger's contribution to the promotion of literature and reader education is undisputed, and the constant development of new facilities within the ÖNB demonstrates her commitment to Austria's visual and written culture.