Library Automation Software: NewGenLib














About NewGenLib
NewGenLib is an integrated library management system developed by Verus Solutions Pvt Ltd. Domain expertise is provided by Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management in Hyderabad, India. Many libraries across the globe (mainly from the developing countries) are using NewGenLib as their Primary integrated library management.

Why NewGenLib
Functional modules are completely web-based. Uses Java Web Start™ Technology.
Compatibility – Complies with international metadata and interoperability standards: MARC-21, MARC-XML, z39.50, SRU/W, OAI-PMH
Uses chiefly open source components.
Scalable, manageable, and efficient.
OS independent – Windows and Linux flavors available.
z39.50 Client for federated searching.
Internationalized application (I18N).
Unicode 4.0 complaint.
Easily extensible to support other languages.
Data entry, storage, retrieval in any (Unicode 3.0) language.
RFID integration.
Networking – Hierarchical and
Distributed networks.
Automated email/instant messaging integrated into different functions of the software.
Form letters are configurable and use XML-based OpenOffice templates.
The extensive use of setting up parameters enables easy configuration of the software to suit specific needs, e.g., in defining patron privileges.
Supports multi-user and multiple security levels.
Allows digital attachments to metadata.

Modules
Administration
Acquisitions
Cataloging
Circulation
Serials management
Reports
Web OPAC