Integrated Library Planning

A Dynamic and Responsive Approach to Strategic and Operational Planning for Libraries

Drawing inspiration from Integrated Business Planning and incorporating information behavior observation and analysis, Integrated Library Planning offers a fresh way for libraries to plan for rapidly evolving conditions.

Fixed-length strategic plans only meant to last 3 or 5 years are often outdated within months of implementation. Integrated Library Planning offers a framework for libraries to enact a plan that operates on a rolling planning horizon with a monthly review cycle so that goals, outcomes, and action plans are always in sync with emerging needs.

Bring This Innovative and Game-Changing Approach to Your Library

Looking for the definitive guide to Integrated Library Planning? You’ll want to check out Myka Kennedy Stephens’s book Integrated Library Planning: A New Model for Strategic and Dynamic Planning, Management, and Assessment, published by the Association for College and Research Libraries. A full description and links to purchase from the ALA Store are available on our Books page.

What Reviewers Are Saying About the Book

“Stephens’s innovative approach to strategic planning is a game-changer, with the potential to increase engagement, effectiveness, and financial accountability. A generative, inclusive approach for libraries of all sizes and types.” — Library Journal, October 2023

“This model, which requires trust and commitment from all parties, will be immensely useful to libraries of all sizes, staffing models, and types (public, academic, or special), particularly to library directors but also to managers and directors at all levels.” — College & Research Libraries, January 2024

“This book serves as a primer, but in doing so creates a strong foundation for putting this untraditional manner of strategic planning into actual use. Readers will find value in this innovative way to accomplish a supervisory task that can be considered drudgery under traditional routes. It serves to both enlighten and educate in a clear and concise manner.” — Journal of New Librarianship, 9(1), 2024

One-on-One Coaching for Integrated Library Planning

Work directly with the creator of Integrated Library Planning, Myka Kennedy Stephens, in a 12-month executive coaching engagement. Ideal for library directors who are developing and implementing an integrated library plan on their own. Monthly coaching sessions over the course of a year offer an opportunity to discuss and reflect on the stages of the planning process. Clients will find support for creative problem solving, leadership development, and deep engagement with their libraries.

What’s Included: Twelve 60-minute coaching sessions and four 30-minute reflection meetings

Investment: 12-month commitment, $1,800 (USD)

Team Coaching for Integrated Library Planning

Invite Myka Kennedy Stephens, creator of Integrated Library Planning, to work alongside your integrated library plan implementation team. Ideal for larger libraries with a leadership team who is responsible for planning and operations. We will work together to co-create a coaching program tailored to your library and team’s needs. Offerings to choose from include workshops, facilitated team planning sessions, one-on-one coaching for individual team members, and more.

Investment: Monthly retainers range from $1,500 to $4,500 per month. A coaching program may last as few as 6 or as long as 18 months. Flexible pricing options are available depending on size and scope of the coaching program.

Consulting Services for Integrated Library Planning

If you’re looking to work with a consultant on any stage of the Integrated Library Planning process, we provide assessment reports, focus group facilitation, and collaboration to produce official planning documents and templates. Our team of consultants is available for site visits and on-site workshops, as well as remote meetings.

Investment: Pricing based on project scope and deliverables

Coming Soon: Integrated Library Planning Course & Community

We will be developing a space in the Fosgail Community for librarians who are developing and implementing integrated library plans. If you’re interested in joining us, please consider subscribing to our newsletter or joining the Fosgail Community to receive announcements and updates as new resources become available.