Users’ Satisfaction with Factors Affecting Research Data Management Systems in Subject-Related Libraries in Colombo District, Sri Lanka

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All academic libraries use research data. The paper is aimed at discussing users’ satisfaction with factors affecting research data management systems. The objectives of the study were to identify the factors affecting user satisfaction. To identify the level of user satisfaction. To explore factors affecting user satisfaction. The study already identified three factors related to user’s satisfaction with research data management systems: IT infrastructure facilities available in subject-related libraries, library staff’s 'technical skills, and IT literacy skills. The study results revealed that the majority of users were satisfied with the available IT infrastructure facilities in subject-related libraries. But study is recommended for the improvement of technical skills and IT literacy skills with modern technology.