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TinyCat
LibraryThing
TinyCat is a simple, fast, and clean way to manage your small library. Book recommendations and faceted results not seen in comparable library management systems. Your catalog can be enhanced with Dewey Decimal Classification™ numbers, series, genres, professional and reader reviews, and more. Circulation, patrons, and accounts. Import and export MARC records. Make your library catalog shine with full series coverage, awards, published reviews, and over two million reader reviews. Holds, renewals, overdue, reminder emails, circulation exports, and automated reports. Optional patron accounts, with patron sign-in and borrowing history. Includes an even simpler circulation system for high-trust environments, like classroom libraries.Starting Price: $3 per month -
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EBSCO
EBSCO
EBSCO offers high-quality information resources and technology solutions to help libraries build and manage their collections, meet consumers' information needs, promote lifelong learning and transform lives. It has never been more important for libraries to provide patrons with vetted information from trusted resources. Support the information needs and interests of everyone in your community with digital magazines, e-journals and e-packages. Our collection development and readers’ advisory tools help you select materials and plan programming that engages, informs and inspires. Keep your community's small businesses up-to-date with business news and information and help job seekers find meaningful work with career development resources. Our efficient technology solutions ensure that your library’s valuable materials are easy to find, whether members are in the library or remotely. Unique videos and book summaries help individuals develop skills critical for success in work and life. -
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247lib.com
Applied Network Solutions Limited
247lib.com is a flexible and user friendly library and archive management system, which may be hosted or on-premise. 247lib.com online portals are engaging and offer personalization to include your own branding and functionality, so users get what they want all through one portal. 247lib.com supports international library standards e.g. MARC 21 and Z39.50 as well as archiving standards e.g. ISAD(G) standards, which means you have full interoperability with other systems, and have the capability to manage your library to professional standards. 247lib.com supports libraries of all sizes from systems with small collections through to consortia of libraries with large collections. Based on Microsoft technology, 247lib.com integrates well with Microsoft solutions including Excel and Microsoft Word. Hedgehog for Schools is a subset and simpler library management system, which is designed for users, who have no library training and want to be guided through library management.Starting Price: $900 -
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Evolve Library
Infovision Software
Evolve Library Management System (LMS) is a state-of-the-art, fully integrated, and scalable application designed for use in public, academic, school, and special libraries of all sizes. Built on a flexible framework, Evolve Library provides a high level of configuration and control that enables users to customize the software to fit their unique library environment. Available as a cloud computing solution or an in-house application, Evolve Library Management System (LMS) makes it easier for you to manage your entire library collection and circulation while saving you time and money. Evolve Library offers a wide range of modules, such as General, Acquisitions, Authorities, Catalog, Circulation, Web OPAC (Patron Access), Periodicals, and Reporting. -
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Eloquent Archives
Lucidea
Eloquent Archives enables archivists to build their database of legal and historical material, both physical and digital, and express it online for public viewing, while effectively managing workflow from accessioning to requests. This mobile-friendly, browser-agnostic archives management solution has all the powerful features you expect, plus it allows you to quickly go public with your most interesting collections and offer material about current and future events to attract public interest—making your archives a dynamic resource. Process a backlog of accessions quickly, describe materials meeting professional standards, include all types of digital assets, manage and monitor research requests, track and retrieve from storage, and make the public access window part of your organizational website. -
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Mandarin
Mandarin Library Automation
A flagship product of Mandarin Library Automation, Mandarin M5 is a modern and fully web-based library management system (LMS) that is purpose-built for librarians, User-friendly and customizable, Mandarin M5 enables users to access resources from any workstation, remotely or at the library. The solution helps single libraries, as well as libraries with multiple sites and school districts, cut costs while saving time with its one-point installation, maintenance, and updates. Mandarin M5 provides modules for cataloging, circulation, inventory, and report generation. -
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Alexandria
COMPanion
Alexandria by COMPanion is a powerful library automation software that empowers patrons and librarians with its customizable interface and robust set of features. Built to meet the unique needs of every library, Alexandria helps seamlessly manage catalogs and gives patrons the ability to quickly search collections, anytime and from anywhere. Alexandria includes catalog management, hosting options, 24/7 customer support, and more. -
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Schookee
Virgosys Software
A user-friendly multilingual web application which completely deals with school management solution that caters to the needs of both small and midsize organizations as well as large enterprises. This school management software helps organizations manage classes, after school programs, events and camps, along with offering online registration. SCHOOKEE helps the organization to links the five important entities of school management software namely Staffs, Students, Library and Parents and increases the relationship between them. Along with this, it provides the complete Library management which is linked with the students, staffs.Starting Price: $15 per user per month -
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Atriuum
Book Systems
Atriuum provides your library staff and patrons with unlimited access from any computer or workstation, including desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. Designed for both librarians and patrons, Librista provides easy and engaging ways to stay connected to your library and manage individual accounts. This free mobile app is compatible with supported iOS® and Android™ devices. Unlike other ILS vendors, Atriuum includes and supports SIP2, NCIP, and Z39.50 protocols and other industry standards at no additional cost. At Book Systems, we use the latest cloud-based technology to reduce your costs and free up resources. When you factor in the price of purchasing a new server, hiring IT personnel, and the work associated with storing and backing up your data, you’ll immediately see the benefits of using our hosting options. As an Application Service Provider (ASP), we deliver powerful and flexible technology that is entirely results oriented. Along with expedited maintenance. -
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LIBERO
Knosys
Libero, by Knosys, is your all-in-one library management system for elevating library success and delivering the best experiences for both members and staff. Developed by librarians in collaboration with industry experts, Libero is the secure cloud-based solution enabling accessibility and seamless interaction across all your devices. -
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Access-It Library
Access-It Software
We’ve designed Accessit Library as an essential part of the entire school’s operation. Not only will you love using it, but your students and teachers will too. Accessit Library management system gives you so much automation for your day-to-day tasks. Beneath its attractive interface, this library software puts you in control of more innovative functionality than ever before. Accessit is so intuitive, you’ll soon be a power-user. Plus, you can become certified with our online video tutorials and eLearning courses. The library should be at the heart of your school. Accessit turns your library into a central hub that connects and integrates all your school’s existing systems. Teachers and students can check all local and online content with a single search. Results can also be pulled from other sites such as public libraries, websites and online databases. -
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PC Card Catalog
Library Concepts
Our original system, PC Card Catalog, is known for its intutive operation. The program contains the most-desirable features for a price that meets even the most limited budget. Easy-to-use editing, import MARC, instant ISBN cataloging, print lists, labels, catalog cards, bar codes, and donation plates. Catalog searches find 'best guess,' even with misspellings. Includes the highly regarded One Day Inventory feature. Manage check-in/out, overdue, fines, reserves, and add patrons on one efficient screen. Context-sensitive Help. Much more. Library Concepts (a Diakon Systems company) has been serving library automation needs for over 35 years. From our earliest DOS catalog card printing program to the latest Windows network and Web solutions, we have provided easy-to-use, powerful software with pricing for limited budgets. Whether your library has a few hundred titles or tens of thousands, a single computer or an advanced network, choose the perfect automation solution.Starting Price: $439 one-time payment -
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OPALS
OPALS
OPALS Open-source Automated Library System is a powerful cooperatively developed, Web-based, open source program. This alternative technology provides Internet access to information databases, library collections and digital archives. Many school, college, research, business, religious and library union catalogs (that provide ILL services) use OPALS. There is no need to install software or purchase expensive computer hardware or software licenses to implement this powerful, turnkey Internet accessible system. The “total cost of ownership” of this standards-based, Web-based, feature rich software is demonstrably and undeniably sustainable. We can host and maintain OPALS on our servers or we can work with your IT colleagues to install and support it at your site. Experienced programmers and technical support staff update and maintain the program, giving this open source initiative a responsive, dependable support framework that is essential for institutions that serve the public. -
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LIBRARIAN
CR2 Technologies
LIBRARIAN® is the complete library management Software India and an automation solution that enables information providers, information managers, resources in charge, resource managers & librarians to manage & disseminate information available in various kinds of resources. Cataloging is based on AACR2 standards. Rules are programmed to give consistent and accurate cards. The cards are available in the standard 5" x 3" size. Users can opt to print on cards or A4 Laser Sheets. The GUI is simplified for quick and easy use of the same by all. Cataloging of Books, CDs, Journals, Magazines, Annual Reports, Project Reports, Presentations, PDF files, and many more is possible. Users can easily add up to 20 different fields of different types for entering data of new and upcoming resources. Z39.50 Import enables Libraries to search and Import records from various Z39.50 Libraries across the globe. -
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Koha Library Software
Koha Library Software
The world's first free and open source library system. Koha is a fully featured, scalable library management system. Development is sponsored by libraries of varying types and sizes, volunteers, and support companies worldwide. Koha is the first free software library automation package. In use worldwide, its development is steered by a growing community of users collaborating to achieve their technology goals. Koha’s feature set continues to evolve and expand to meet the needs of its user base. Full-featured ILS. In use worldwide in libraries of all sizes, Koha is a true enterprise-class ILS with comprehensive functionality including basic and advanced options. Koha includes modules for acquisitions, circulation, cataloging, serials management, authorities, flexible reporting, label printing, multi-format notices, offline circulation for when Internet access is not available, and much more. Koha will work for consortia of all sizes, multi-branch, and single-branch libraries.Starting Price: Free -
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Insignia Library System
Insignia Software
Insignia Library System Enterprise is a high-end scalable system that can be installed for a single site or a consortium of libraries. Insignia is the most comprehensive and fully integrated library automation system on the market. It is powerful and easy to use. Users can access any feature in the system in one mouse click. Our software is currently in use by public, K-12, post-secondary, and corporate institutions. -
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LiBRARYSOFT
New Generation Technologies
Over twenty-nine years the users of our software have ranged from Public Libraries to Church Libraries to School, College, University, Special, Legal and Medical Libraries plus Museums and Galleries. LiBRARYSOFT has been installed on most of the US Naval Fleet, Air force bases, Army bases and International US Military Libraries as well as Canadian Military bases. We have developed specialized Correctional Library solutions including special routines created for San Quentin. Some related unique solutions include the development and maintenance of Submarine parts Inventory and Medical Analysis Programs. The use of RAD (rapid application development) tools allows us to quickly prototype and test new features. Our RAD tools allow us to make rapid changes. Run your library on a single machine, a network or even from across the web.Starting Price: $395 one-time payment -
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Innovative
Innovative Interfaces
For wherever and however patrons connect with your library, Innovative helps you deliver an intuitive and exciting library experience to patrons, staff, and donors, whether in the library or online. We embrace our differences and look for opportunities to develop solutions that increase access, promote equity and support inclusion, putting community first and helping every library reach its greatest potential. Innovative provides solutions that streamline workflows, reduce tedious tasks, and unlock efficiencies so staff can reinvest time in library programs and community engagement. We help libraries meaningfully and consistently connect with patrons to create involved community advocates and build more modern, impactful experiences. Through our collaborative development process, we offer a full ecosystem of smart, scalable, and adaptive library solutions to maximize your operating budget and drive better outcomes. -
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Aleph
Ex Libris
The Aleph® integrated library system provides academic, research, and national libraries with the efficient, user-friendly tools and workflow support they need to meet the increasing requirements of the industry today and in the future. Customizable components are tailored to accommodate the requirements of institutions of all types and sizes, from single-branch libraries to the largest of consortia and national libraries. User-friendly workflows and intuitive graphical interfaces increase staff efficiency and enhance the patron experience. Growth and expansion features enable libraries and consortia to continually re-envision and recreate their unique working environments. The inherent multi-tier client/server structure and conformance with the latest industry standards guarantees that Aleph will meet your needs today and in the future. -
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SirsiDynix Symphony
SirsiDynix
SirsiDynix Symphony® is a proven, robust ILS built for now and the next generation in library technology. Used by the public, academics, K-12, special libraries, and consortia worldwide, Symphony is the most widely installed ILS in history. Symphony gives you options and responds to your unique needs. With hosting options, flexible consortia configuration, and APIs and web services for customization, you can tailor Symphony to all of your organization's needs. Robust functionality allows Symphony to help you accomplish anything your library wants to do. Whether it’s circulation, cataloging, or configuration — Symphony’s well-developed modules offer granular rules to let you shape and administrate your ILS the way you want. -
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Library Solution
Sabinet
Sabinet's mission to support libraries' technical processes, promote resource sharing and enable access to information sources is underpinned by its dedication to the values of commitment, partnerships, understanding and support. Sabinet offers cataloging and acquisitions services for libraries, designed to simplify and support your collection development process from acquisitions to cataloging. Sabinet's roots are in library support services, where it is recognized for providing central platforms for collaboration and resource sharing amongst libraries. Sabinet offers a comprehensive range of library management solutions to help you and your library provide an effective service to your users. Store, manage and track your electronic material easily. -
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GeniePlus
Lucidea
GeniePlus is for special librarians who are increasingly asked to deliver more with less. It enables agile libraries to overcome information discovery and delivery challenges. By combining Inmagic Genie’s flexible usability and our powerful LucideaCore KM technology platform, GeniePlus helps you tackle your growing information discovery and delivery challenges with less effort. Optimize your library workflow and services with features that enable staff to be more accurate and effective. Information managers can quickly and easily create new knowledge repositories with custom metadata structures and unique workflows, and publish data via secure, client-configured web portals. This allows you to build, design and launch an OPAC or portal that is a precise fit for your organization’s needs. Capture, organize and share your critical knowledge, no matter what form it takes. GeniePlus offers comprehensive collection management tools that make it easy to manage books, images, videos, etc. -
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Ex Libris Voyager
Ex Libris
Voyager® is the integrated library solution chosen by many of the world’s leading libraries to serve as the backbone of their service systems. Voyager has an intuitive graphical interface, is standards-based, and built on open systems technology. This allows Voyager to interoperate with existing library systems and scale to accommodate future library needs. Voyager integrates and interoperates smoothly with existing library systems as well as with new technologies. Core technologies, standards, and language support have been carefully chosen to ensure that Voyager meets the ever-evolving needs of your library. Voyager client/server software supports the control of Web-based public access cataloging and authority control as well as acquisitions, serials, circulation and course reserves modules. Sophisticated reporting and system administration are all part of the out-of-the-box product offering. -
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Alma
Ex Libris
Ex Libris Alma is the only unified library services platform in the world, managing print, electronic, and digital materials in a single interface. As a completely cloud-based service, Alma provides libraries with the most cost-effective library management solution in the industry. Alma was built from the ground up to allow libraries to manage all of their resources and unique materials, supporting teaching, learning, and research. Alma removes unnecessary siloes and streamlines processes while supporting all modern metadata and open standards. Alma integrates with your academic and financial systems, leveraging open standards and protocols and serving as a central hub for your library. Alma’s robust service platform frees library staff to focus their efforts on supporting student life, academic teaching, and research. Leverage the Ex Libris knowledge base and authority records to simplify your library workflows. -
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Infor Library & Information Solutions provide end-to-end automation for your library. The system helps libraries, archives, and museums market services and engage staff and customers in interactive ways, providing access to both digital and traditional materials. Our format-agnostic solutions support multiple databases, formats, or locations, and provide key performance data and metrics to give decision makers actionable insights. Infor Library & Information Solutions are built to meet the needs of integrated library systems, consortia, individual branches, special libraries, and visually impaired users. Manage operations, including circulation, cataloging, acquisitions, and serials. Unify materials under a single system and manage any metadata format.
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WhoFi
WhoFi
Running a library is a lot of work. WhoFi makes it easier by automating tasks that take your time and attention away from patrons. Libraries and other community hubs are more than just the buildings they occupy. They are centers of learning, professional development, safe spaces, remote working spaces, and protectors of community connections. Keeping the WiFi funded and fast is a top goal of modern community centers. Accurate numbers around WiFi usage are needed for board reporting, grant proposals, improving patron experiences, and more. Quantify and qualify WiFi information to improve your community space. Insights such as patron dwell time, session counts, and new vs. return rates are being used in strategic planning, day-to-day decision-making, advocacy communications, and programming enhancements. All of these insights are provided while still respecting and maintaining patron privacy and adhering to all privacy laws. -
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Biblio 8.26
Biblio
Biblio 8.26 is a free library management system for any Windows system.Starting Price: Free -
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JSTOR Seeklight
JSTOR
JSTOR Seeklight is an AI-assisted collections-processing tool built as part of JSTOR Digital Stewardship Services. It helps archivists and librarians process digital collections faster while preserving professional oversight and archival values. Seeklight automatically generates descriptive metadata based on a Dublin Core–compatible schema, produces transcripts for typed, handwritten, or mixed-format documents, and groups related files into single archival items when appropriate, all handled via a cloud-hosted interface. Confidence scores accompany every AI-generated metadata field, and users can review, edit, or reject outputs; tags mark items as “AI-Generated,” “Reviewed,” or “Edited,” ensuring transparency and human supervision. It supports project-level summaries in the format of traditional finding aids, making collections easier to search and discover. -
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Surpass
Surpass Software
Surpass is an integrated and full-featured suite of applications that seamlessly automates the day-to-day functions of libraries of all types. Ideal for primary and secondary school districts as well as college, public, corporate, and specialty libraries, Surpass is composed of four core applications: Surpass Select, Surpass SL, Centriva, and Surpass CL. Additionally, Surpass provides a special package for church libraries and its hosting service provides libraries the capability to put their whole system online without the help of IT staff and/or in-house servers.Starting Price: $995.00/one-time -
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SydneyEnterprise
Lucidea
Built from the ground up with LucideaCore technology, SydneyEnterprise gives you more, so you can do more. If you’re ready to move your organization’s KM agenda forward (but feel stymied by your ILS) you’ll find that SydneyEnterprise is the answer. You’ll enjoy traditional ILS functions (e.g. cataloging, lending, serials and acquisitions), advanced ILS functions (e.g. electronic resource management, Active Directory and SharePoint integration, and multi-branch work flow) and knowledge management functions, such as the ability to create and publish non-library knowledge repositories, federated search of 3rd party content and many others. Accelerate all aspects of capturing, organizing and sharing knowledge resources; create the single authoritative source for all organizational knowledge resources; play nicely with others, including SharePoint or even Google, and go mobile to support end users, wherever they are, via whatever device they choose.
