Are digital repositories for university libraries trustworthy?: A systematic review.

This article systematically reviews the trustworthiness of digital repositories in university libraries, analyzing 45 empirical studies published between 2015 and 2023. It identifies key challenges affecting trustworthiness, including inadequate infrastructure, limited technical skills, financial constraints, management awareness gaps, and copyright issues. Despite these obstacles, many university repositories implement rigorous quality control, preservation policies, and security measures to maintain reliability and credibility. The review highlights the evolving nature of challenges—from resource limitations to skill-based issues—and underscores the benefits of digital repositories in knowledge dissemination, intellectual property management, and enhanced academic access. Recommendations include improving metadata management, data security, and fostering collaboration among repositories to strengthen trustworthiness.