This paper is a case study of the Pakistan Library Automation Group, formed in
October 2000 by volunteers in library and information science and computer
science in Pakistan. The group's mission was to promote the use of ICT in
Pakistani libraries with virtually no financial support. The achievements of the
group during 6 years include: PakLAG Website; Automation of libraries with
Library Information Management System (LIMS); Multilingual Web OPAC; Searching
interface of National Digital Library; Online directory of LIS professionals;
Publications program; Pak-LIS News; E-mail discussion group; Online posting of
job advertisements; Virtual library; Training in ICTs for library professionals;
and free consultancy service in library automation. The group's future plans are
also presented. The study concludes that, if some committed professionals
present themselves for voluntary endeavors and plan to develop their nation
without any material resources, they can play a significant role in the
promotion of ICT in the libraries of a developing country.
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