newgenlib an open-source ils alternative perseus rex molina libraries without walls: technological...

NewGenLibAn open-source ILS alternative

Perseus Rex MolinaLibraries Without Walls: Technological Trends and Library Services in the Digital AgeSt. Paul Center for Renewal, Alfonso, Cavite | October 20, 2014

Integrated Library Systems (ILS)

● Synonymous to library management systems (LMS)

● integrated set of applicationso acquisitionso catalogingo circulationo provision of public accesso and more...

Integrated Library Systems (ILS)

● Open Source / Free Exampleso Kohao Evergreen

● Proprietary Exampleso Millennium / Sierra (Innovative Interfaces, Inc.)o Destiny (Follett)o Voyager / Aleph (Ex Libris)o Library.Solution (The Library Corporation)

What is NewGenLib?● An open source library automation software

(integrated library system or ILS)● A product of the partnership of India’s Verus

Solutions and Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management (KIIKM).

NewGenLib features● Java-based modules ● Complies with international metadata and

interoperability standards: MARC-21, MARC-XML, SRU/W, OAI-PMH

● Can be RFID system - integrated● Automated email/instant messaging for

overdue notices, checkout reminders, etc.

NewGenLib features● OS-independent (Supports Windows)● Supports multi-user and multiple security

levels● Allows digital attachments to metadata

(repository), can index attached documents● Regular updates, still free ● Easy to use!

Other things to consider● Free migration of library data to NGL and

implementation with no conditions whatsoever

● Free technical support thru:o email/chato forumso live remote desktop (available M-F, 10:00 am to 6:00

pm [GMT+5.30])

Other things to consider● Supports Android mobiles & tablets

Other things to consider● Other advanced components like:

o NGL Touch: Touchscreen self-help kiosk moduleo NGL Counter: track library visitors

Installation on Windows● Illustrated step-by-step instructions on how

to install the ILS here.● System needs the following components:

o Java SE Development Kit 6 or 7o Postgresgl 8.3o NGL3

Demo● System Configuration● Cataloging

o Bookso Serials

● Circulation● OPAC

Demo: Librarian Client

Demo: Authority Files

Demo: Authority Files

Demo: Patron search

Demo: Add/Modify Patron

Demo: Circulation Matrix

Demo: Primary Cataloging

Demo: Primary Cataloging

• Other actions

Demo: Primary Cataloging

Demo: Primary Cataloging

Demo: Primary Cataloging

Demo: Copyloging

Demo: Authority Data

Demo: Accessioning

Demo: Accessioning

Demo: Accessioning

Demo: OPAC – Home

Demo: OPAC – Search Results

Demo: OPAC – Bib Record

Demo: OPAC – Bib Record

Demo: OPAC – Bib Record

Demo: OPAC – MyLibrary Options

Demo: OPAC – Discussions

Demo: OPAC – New Arrivals

Demo: OPAC – Top Stories

Try NGL now!● Adaptation program

o Automate your library in 4 dayso Includes installation, training and data

migration using online assistanceo Refer a library needing automation

In short,● Exhibiting several state-of-the-art features,

regular updates and an easy-to-use interface, NGL is one great free alternative library management system for a budget-conscious library

Thank you for listening!

NGL Email/Chat Support

Email: support@verussolutions.biz Yahoo Messenger: ngl.oss1@yahoo.com

Google Talk: ngl.oss.support.1@verussolutions.biz Skype Id for voice chat: newgenlib.oss

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