Libraries Lead Collaboration for Small Business

Orlando Public Library Further, the Orlando Public Library will be home to the Dorothy Lumley Melrose Center for Technology, Innovation and Creativity, a 20,000 square foot space to explore emerging technologies and foster learning in areas such as design and Web development. Like Chicago and D.C., Orlando’s library will house a 3D printer, as well as open source resources and services for video production and editing, audio mixing and more. The center will also have a presentation theater to provide a space for experts to share knowledge across the varied areas the center will touch. While it’s exciting to see these examples of traditional centers embracing emerging technologies and disciplines, not every library is financially positioned to make such a transaction. Nonetheless, it will be interesting to continue to watch this trend unfold. These collaboration and co-working hubs should fuel cross-pollination of ideas and innovation as students, tech enthusiasts and those from all walks come together in the space to build, design and more. Other articles by Daniel: View These 5 Web Content Tools for Your Business Learn From Millennials to Boost Your Business