Libraries, Museums, and Culture – Specialist Evaluation, Research & Consultancy

Expert Support for Libraries, Museums, and Cultural Organisations

Evidence to Action has extensive expertise and a strong track record of working with organisations in the library, museum, and cultural sectors.

We provide bespoke research, evaluation, and consultancy services to help organisations collect, analyse, and use evidence to support:
• Strategic decision-making
• Policy development and evaluation
• Service improvement and innovation
• Advocacy and stakeholder engagement

We have collaborated with leading sector organisations, including Library and Information Professionals, Services and Policy Makers, Cultural and Museum Organisations, Higher Education and Public Sector Bodies.
We have experience of working with a range of organisations including:
Research Libraries UK, CILIP (the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals), Jisc, SCONUL, The British Library, ASCEL, Libraries Connected, The Scottish Poetry Library, The National Poetry Centre, The Scottish Book Trust, Welsh Government Culture Division and various museums, galleries, and local cultural institutions and universities, research institutions, and local authorities.

Our Areas of Expertise

We have extensive experience working with academic libraries, public libraries, research libraries, and special libraries across the UK and internationally. In addition, we have worked closely with a variety of museums, galleries, and cultural organisations to provide high-quality evaluation, research, and strategic consultancy.

Specialist Services We Offer

Evidence to Action provides a wide range of tailored services to support the library, museum, and cultural sectors, including:

Library & Information Service Evaluation
• Impact studies
• User studies (adults and young people)
• UX (user experience) research
• Analysis of electronic usage data and publisher deals
• Collection development strategies
• Library quality assurance and assessment
Policy, Strategy & Research
• Library and museum strategy development
• Policy evaluation for cultural organisations
• Literature reviews and sector analysis
• Qualitative and quantitative research studies
Sector-Specific Tools & Guidance
• Toolkit development for libraries and cultural institutions
• Production of case studies to showcase best practices
• Scoping and feasibility studies for service development and innovation
Workforce and Skills Development
• Training needs and gap analysis
• Workforce studies
• Training and capacity development
• Leadership development

Why Choose Evidence to Action?

With decades of specialist experience in the library, museum, and cultural sectors, we offer a bespoke, high-value service that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our approach ensures that organisations can:
• Use evidence effectively to inform decision-making
• Develop strategies and policies that drive meaningful change
• Enhance service delivery to meet the needs of diverse audiences
• Maximise impact and advocacy in their sectors

Find Out How We Can Help

We are passionate about supporting libraries, museums, and cultural organisations to thrive in an evolving landscape.
Contact us today to discuss how we can assist your organisation with tailored evaluation, research, and consultancy services.

Testimonials

  • ETA made it very easy for us. Their pragmatic approach to our project delivered excellent outputs within our time-frame and resources. Would definitely work with them again.
    CONUL
    The Consortium of National and University Libraries
  • I had the pleasure of working with Evidence to Action’s exceptional research team, and I can confidently say it was one of the most rewarding professional experiences I’ve had. From the outset, the team demonstrated a high level of expertise, dedication, and a strong collaborative spirit. Each member brought unique strengths to the table, contributing to a dynamic and productive environment. Communication was clear and consistent throughout the project, and the team maintained a strong focus on both the research objectives and timelines. What stood out most was their commitment to scientific rigor and their openness to new ideas and perspectives. It was inspiring to work alongside such passionate and driven individuals. I am grateful for their contribution to our project and look forward to any future collaborations.
    Hinna Vayani
    Associate Project Manager, CILIP (Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals)
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