TS EN ISO 2789

TS EN ISO 2789 is an international information and documentation standard focused on library statistics, used to describe and compare library activity and use in a consistent way. It helps users understand the common statistical framework behind library data rather than the details of any one institution. OFFICIAL SCOPE IS UNAVAILABLE.

Core ideas in library statistics

In general technical context, library statistics bring together indicators such as collection size, user activity, lending, reference services, electronic resource use, and staffing. These measures are used to monitor library performance, support benchmarking between institutions, and track change over time. For the figures to be meaningful, the underlying definitions, counting rules, and units of measure need to be aligned.

Why shared terminology matters

In library work, the same service may be described differently across institutions, while physical visits, remote access activity, print collections, and electronic collections all need to be treated as distinct categories. Statistical standards are therefore important because they help organise data into comparable groups and keep reporting consistent. TS EN ISO 2789’s focus on this area supports clearer use of library data at national and international levels.