Evidence–based methods for the health sciences are a well established model to engage with. In space planning exercises we can use a number of tools to develop evidence for the desired library space plan.
1. Scoping - looking at the future a la Foresight Planning
2. Work-practice Study - another name for ethnography or studying people at the work.
3. Stakeholder Analysis defining the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to our new GRC.
4. User-Centred Outcomes - drawing on assessments made to produce outcomes desired.
5. Participation in Faculty & Admin Processes - presenting our case to colleagues.