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June 3, 2026
Industry Insights: Hilary Craiglow on Cost Transparency and Library Research Support
Cost Transparency Doesn’t Conflict with Library Values. It Can Help Us Defend Them.
In Katina Magazine, Attain Partners Library Consulting Lead Hilary Craiglow discusses how libraries can use cost transparency to demonstrate their role in supporting research activities. She explores the relationship between research infrastructure, federal funding policy, and the value libraries provide across the research lifecycle.
About the Author
Hilary Craiglow is a Senior Manager at Attain Partners, leading our team of library strategists to strengthen library systems. With extensive experience leading academic and research libraries, Hilary has a deep understanding of college and university systems. She is a strategic and visionary administrator, melding rich library traditions with innovative forward-thinking services. As a data and mission-driven leader, she employs proven evaluation and assessment methods and creates organizational transformation through empathy and partnership. Hilary helps library leaders achieve their mission faster, more efficiently, and with greater impact.
