Mission statement

The TIB/UB – THE innovative competence and service centre for the provision of literature and information

Satisfied customers are our aim

have a comprehensive range of literature, which is attractive for our clients from the areas of science, economics, administration as well as for the general public.
are actively working to build a specialized virtual library and offer access to electronic information worldwide
collect, integrate and archive scientific publications from inland as well as abroad in all publication and media formats
cooperate with national and international organisations and contribute to current and future developments through active involvement in special bodies
demonstrate social responsibility by establishing and maintaining jobs and training positions as well as by integrating handicapped people
make responsible use of the resources we have available

We are THE specialists for the provision of literature and information.

offer diverse modes of access tailored to the needs of our clients
advise, acquire and deliver worldwide quickly, reliably and unconventionally
rise to new challenges and optimise our products in constant dialogue with the clients
offer our clients training suited to needs in the area of using the library and specialized information
carry out projects with a focus on electronic publications and modes of use, which serve to advance the library and information functions
make use of state-of-the-art technologies for our services

We are ONE team – strong, innovative and flexible.

Our success is based on our competence and motivation..

We establish

the best-possible, family-friendly working conditions
effective cooperation through an active exchange of information on all levels, and targeted optimisation of working processes
a cooperative management style which supports autonomous action and ensures the largest possible involvement of the staff
qualified training on all levels. We promote management competence through specialized further training.

We believe in recognizing performance.

Friendliness and mutual consideration shape our work environment.
Our contact with each other is characterized by mutual interest, appreciation and respect.