Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026): April 2026

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What’s Inside This Issue

The latest issue of JIKM presents a diverse collection of research highlighting the interplay between information management, emerging technologies, and organisational practices. Key themes include research support services, information security maturity, machine learning applications, knowledge management in SMEs, sustainability in libraries, generative AI adoption, social media engagement, and digital entrepreneurship. The contributions emphasise both institutional strengthening and technological innovation. Studies examine the alignment of library research support with the research lifecycle, propose an agile security maturity framework for Malaysian SMEs, and explore knowledge management challenges in small organisations. Advances in technology are reflected in applications of machine learning in healthcare and investigations into generative AI, particularly its impact on user acceptance and analytical skill development.

Broader perspectives include the role of academic libraries in supporting the Sustainable Development Goals through green initiatives, as well as insights into social media engagement within online communities. The issue also addresses AI governance through the integration of risk management frameworks into security systems and highlights digital innovation through a mobile application supporting micro-entrepreneurs. Overall, this issue offers a balanced synthesis of theory and practice, providing relevant insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Published: 10-04-2026

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