NewGenLib An open-source ILS alternative Perseus Rex Molina Libraries Without Walls: Technological Trends and Library Services in the Digital Age St. Paul Center for Renewal, Alfonso, Cavite | October 20, 2014
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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: [email protected] Yahoo Messenger: [email protected]
Google Talk: [email protected] Skype Id for voice chat: newgenlib.oss
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