LibraryWorld
Web-based library automation service·libraryworld.com
From $45.83/mo · No free plan (30-day trial) See pricing ↓
LibraryWorld is a cloud-based library automation system that lets libraries build a catalog, manage patrons, and handle circulation, serials tracking, inventory, and reporting entirely online. It supports MARC record import/export, a Z39.50 connection to the Library of Congress, book jacket image sharing, and an Online Patron Access Catalog (OPAC) for public searching. Mobile access is available through a web app and a native iOS app.
What it's for
Features 18
- Attachment of JPEG or PDF files and eBook links to catalog records
- Barcode scanner support for circulation
- Book jacket image sharing
- Email receipts for patron transactions
- Fast check in, checkout, renew, hold, and reserve functions
- Inventory verification with missing items report
- Kids Catalog interface for young readers
- MARC format catalog record import and export
- Missing serials reports and vendor letters
- Mobile web app for phone access
- Multiple holding/copy records per catalog entry
- Native iOS app (LibraryWorld Mobile Search) for iPhone and iPad
- Online Patron Access Catalog (OPAC) with customizable interface
- Patron record import and optional patron photo
- Self-service circulation portal
- Serials tracking with automatic next-item creation
- Wide range of reports including spine and pocket labels
- Z39.50 connection to the Library of Congress for record retrieval
At a glance
Integrations
Pricing
The Active Library plan is billed at $550 per year per library; no separate monthly billing option is shown.
No Management Sharing; No Cover Jacket Sharing
Up to 50,000 catalog records per library; 30 day subscription period for testing service
Priced yearly per library
Up to 50,000 catalog records per Library; Annual subscription period
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