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Description
Ex Libris Alma stands out as the sole unified library services platform globally, adeptly handling print, electronic, and digital resources through a single interface. This entirely cloud-based solution offers libraries the most economically viable library management option available in the market today. Designed from inception to facilitate the management of diverse resources and specialized materials, Alma effectively supports the realms of teaching, learning, and research. By eliminating unnecessary silos, Alma enhances workflows while accommodating all contemporary metadata standards and open protocols. Seamlessly integrating with academic and financial systems, it acts as a central hub for libraries, ensuring efficient operations. The powerful service framework of Alma enables library staff to dedicate their time to enhancing student experiences and fostering academic scholarship. Furthermore, utilizing the Ex Libris knowledge base and authority records can significantly streamline library processes and improve overall efficiency. By adopting Alma, libraries can optimize their resources and better serve their communities, ultimately advancing their mission in the academic landscape.
Description
Corporate libraries need an effective solution to oversee various types of content, including digital assets, electronic resources, multimedia, and printed materials. OpenText™ Library Management, which was previously known as Livelink for Libraries or Techlib, serves as a web-based integrated system designed to handle library resources, encompassing both traditional and digital collections while also automating everyday library functions. This platform equips users with the essential tools to adapt to the fast-evolving demands of modern digital libraries. By enhancing and simplifying regular operations within corporate, governmental, or organizational libraries, Library Management ensures efficient cataloging and upkeep of library materials. It also streamlines the procurement process for published works. Whether an organization has a single library or multiple locations, the system's parameters can be customized either globally or tailored to meet specific library policies, featuring options such as staff permissions, types of materials, collections, and patrons, loan regulations, classification frameworks, and various reporting capabilities. This flexibility enables libraries to effectively serve their unique user bases and operational needs.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
OpenText Core Share
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Ex Libris
Founded
2009
Website
exlibrisgroup.com/products/alma-library-services-platform/
Vendor Details
Company Name
OpenText
Founded
1991
Country
Canada
Website
www.opentext.com/products-and-solutions/products/specialty-technologies/library-and-collection-management/library-management
Product Features
Library Management
Acquisition Management
No
Barcode Scanning
No
Barcoding / RFID
No
Catalog Management
No
Church Libraries
No
Circulation Management
No
Fee Collection
No
Inventory Management
No
Law Libraries
No
OPAC
No
Patron Management
No
Periodicals Management
No
Private Libraries
No
Public Libraries
No
Reserve Shelf Management
No
School Libraries
No
Search
No
Self Check-in / Check-Out
No
Serials Management
No
Product Features
Library Management
Acquisition Management
No
Barcode Scanning
No
Barcoding / RFID
No
Catalog Management
No
Church Libraries
Yes
Circulation Management
No
Fee Collection
No
Inventory Management
Yes
Law Libraries
Yes
OPAC
No
Patron Management
No
Periodicals Management
No
Private Libraries
Yes
Public Libraries
Yes
Reserve Shelf Management
No
School Libraries
Yes
Search
No
Self Check-in / Check-Out
No
Serials Management
No