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Book-Lending Trucks

The Productora A47 Mobile Library Comes to You

— July 26, 2012 — Unique
The Productora A47 mobile library is based in a truck that tours Mexico City, giving citizens greater accessibility to culture, arts and knowledge that can only be found on the page.

The not-for-profit foundation alumnos47 looks to bring contemporary art, education, debate and visual culture to the community. The moving truck is only one of various programs and services that reach the people in the city. The open concept and spacious atrium encourages crowds to peruse the collection of reads. The tiered floor is apt for a quick sit-down book break, or for small presentations that may be given in the space.

There has always been an infatuation with anything that can be packed up and delivered right to you. Ice cream trucks, mobile pizzerias and cafes are examples of other successful moving concepts. With libraries becoming more and more obsolete, the change in delivery method could just be what is needed to invigorate interest.
Trend Themes
1. Mobile Libraries - The trend of bringing books and knowledge to the community through mobile libraries presents opportunities for innovative delivery methods and increased accessibility.
2. Open Concept Spaces - Open concept spaces, such as the spacious atrium in the Productora A47 mobile library, appeal to crowds and offer opportunities for creative presentations.
3. Delivery Method Innovation - The success of mobile libraries and other moving concepts, such as ice cream trucks and mobile cafes, suggest potential for disruptive innovation in product and service delivery methods.
Industry Implications
1. Library Services - Library services can explore innovative methods, such as mobile libraries, to increase accessibility and appeal to new audiences.
2. Education - The education industry can leverage mobile libraries to bring educational resources out of traditional settings and into communities.
3. Food Trucks - The food truck industry can draw upon the success of mobile libraries and explore new opportunities in delivering products and enhancing accessibility.
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