Libsys
LIBSYS is an Integrated Library System (ILS)[1] first released in 1988 and since then it has been implemented in a large number of libraries. The LIBSYS software was designed and developed to manage small and large library operations. It has successfully provided enriched experience to library managers and patrons. LIBSYS10 is the latest version of LIBSYS[2] library software. It is a user friendly web based library management solution.[3]
History[edit]
LIBSYS software [4] was developed by a Gurgaon based software company, LIBSYS Ltd. Over the last three decades LIBSYS has evolved into a software with newer features and functions for managing diverse operations of large libraries.
- In 1988, integrated LIBSYS 3 LMS was launched.
- In 2000, LIBSYS 4 was released.
- In 2008, LIBSYS 7 web based LMS was released.
- In 2010, Libsys LSmart RFID system was installed in IIT Delhi central library.
- In 2017, LIBSYS10 LMS was launched.
Features[edit]
- Library Management System - Acquisition,[5] Cataloguing,[6] Circulation, Serials
- Reach out - OPAC, Federated Search, Mobile apps, Touch screen kiosks
- RFID systems - Lending, Security, Shelf Management, Stock Verification
Modules and Functions[edit]
Library Management System
- Acquisition - to manage procurement of library materials from vendors
- Cataloguing [7]- to catalogue library records
- Circulation - to manage the transactions related to the circulation of library resources.
- Serials - to manage the serial collection of a library
Technologies used & Standards supported[edit]
LIBSYS[8] library management system uses the RFID technology for library automation. LIBSYS is compatible with standards like MARC24, ZN39.50, SRU/SRW.
Types of Libraries[edit]
- Academic Libraries
- Public libraries
- School libraries
- College libraries
- University libraries
- National libraries
- Special libraries
- Government libraries
Case Studies[edit]
LIBSYS was successfully installed in Goa State Central Library.[9] It has been deployed in prestigious institutes like IIT Guwahati,[10] NLU Delhi,[11] Manav Rachna International University.[12]
Prominent Users[edit]
- Bengal Institute of Technology, Kolkata
- National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
- NIILM CMS
- KIIT School of Management
References[edit]
- ↑ Kumar, T. K. Gireesh (2016-04-01). "Perceptions of Commercial Integrated Library Management System (ILMS) Users on Open Source Packages with a Special Reference to Libsys Software". SRELS Journal of Information Management. 53 (2): 99–105. ISSN 0976-2477.
- ↑ "LIBSYS: A Powerful Tool for Library Automation - ProQuest". search.proquest.com. Retrieved 2020-06-27.
- ↑ Madhusudhan, Margam; Singh, Vikas (2016-04-04). "Integrated library management systems". The Electronic Library. doi:10.1108/EL-08-2014-0127. ISSN 0264-0473.
- ↑ T-K, Gireesh-Kumar; Muruli (March 2017). "Conceptions of Indian LibSys Software Users on Open Source Integrated Library Management System". International Research : Journal of Library and Information Science. Retrieved 2020-06-27.
- ↑ Mandal, Sujata; Jeevan, V. K. J. (September 2006). "Constraints for evaluation of acquisition operations and supplier performance using LibSys". ALIS Vol.53(3) [September 2006]. ISSN 0975-2404.
- ↑ Ahmad, Hilal (2012). Cataloguing in LibSys and Virtua Software Packages: A Survey of Central Library, IIT Delhi ; P.K. Kelkar Library, IIT Kanpur and Allama Iqbal Library, Kashmir University \\ Risalat Al - Maktaba .- 2012, Vol. 47, No. 2, Pp. 123-150. Jordan Library and Information Association. Search this book on
- ↑ Husain, Shabahat; Ansari, Mehtab Alam (September 2007). "Library automation software packages in India: A study of the cataloguing modules of Alice for Windows, Libsys and Virtua". ALIS Vol.54(3) [September 2007]. ISSN 0972-5423.
- ↑ "Evaluation of select library automation propriatry softwares: libsys, virtua and troodon". Library Progress (International). 35 (1). 2015. ISSN 0970-1052.
- ↑ "LSmart-RFID at State Central Library, Goa | Case Studies | Libsys Ltd". LIBSYS. Retrieved 2020-06-26.
- ↑ "LSmart-RFID in IIT, Guwahati | Case Studies | Libsys Ltd". LIBSYS. Retrieved 2020-06-26.
- ↑ "LSmart-RFID in National Law University, Delhi | Case Studies | Libsys Ltd". LIBSYS. Retrieved 2020-06-26.
- ↑ "LSmart-RFID in Manav Rachna International's Library | Case Studies | Libsys Ltd". LIBSYS. Retrieved 2020-06-26.
External links[edit]
- RFID based Library Management Software: Secure and Automated
- Digital Movement in Libraries: A Case Study of LIBSYS Ltd. Firm, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
- LibSys - e-PG Pathshala
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