Library management systems projects based on SAAS technology (Software as a Service): a case study of the KOHACAT project

Authors

  • Mohamed El Zalabany Library automation systems consultant. Doctoral researcher, Department of Libraries, Documents and Information, Cairo University, Egypt https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0058-3867
  • Suzan Gamal Master's in Library Management Systems, Department of Libraries, Documents and Information, Cairo University, Egypt. Library Supervisor for Circulation and Inquiry Services and Subject Librarian for Medical Science, British University Library, Egypt

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70000/cj.2023.70.576

Keywords:

Libraries management systems, KOHA

Abstract

The research paper explores an entrepreneurial project in library management systems, focusing on the globally renowned KOHA system. Launched in 2000, KOHA has been continuously developed by a vast community of developers, libraries, and commercial companies. This project offers an integrated library management system accessible online, catering primarily to small-sized libraries, with a specific focus on school and larger libraries.

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2023-12-31

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El Zalabany, M., & Gamal, S. (2023). Library management systems projects based on SAAS technology (Software as a Service): a case study of the KOHACAT project. Cybrarians Journal, (70), 1–22. https://doi.org/10.70000/cj.2023.70.576

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No. 70 (2023): Issue 70. December 2023

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