Are digital repositories for university libraries trustworthy?: A systematic review

Abstract

Digital repositories have become increasingly important for university libraries to store and provide access to scholarly materials in the digital age. However, concerns about the trustworthiness of these repositories persist. This study aims to investigate the trustworthiness of digital repositories for university libraries. A systematic review methodology was employed to systematically search, select, and analyse 45 relevant studies addressing the trustworthiness of digital repositories in university libraries. The findings indicate that while most university libraries strive to maintain trustworthy repositories, challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of technical skills, financial constraints, a lack of management awareness, and copyright issues still exist.