Discussions about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the library often cite cataloging and metadata creation as facets of library work that might benefit from adoption of these technologies. However, these discussions often do not consider whether or not AI is applicable to the current challenges faced by catalogers. With software vendors increasingly incorporating AI unilaterally into their products, it is important for librarians to effectively communicate their needs to these vendors so that new features align with the needs of the field. This presentation explores this topic by sharing current challenges related to technology encountered by print and electronic resources staff at an academic library and identifying which, if any, AI technologies would be appropriate to help address these challenges.
