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ISSN: 0741-9058
Online from: 1999
Subject Area: Library and Information Studies
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Choosing Software for a Digital Library
| Title: | Choosing Software for a Digital Library |
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| Author(s): | Jody L. DeRidder, (IT Administrator II, Digital Library Center, James D. Hoskins Library, University of Tennessee, Knoxvill, Tennessee, USA. Jody DeRidder has been developing and implementing digital libraries for the past five years at the University of Tennessee Digital Library Center. She has an MS in both Computer Science and Information Science. Her research interests include interoperability, usability, sustainability, and the potential capabilities of ontology applications.) |
| Citation: | Jody L. DeRidder, (2007) "Choosing Software for a Digital Library", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 24 Iss: 9/10, pp.19 - 21 |
| Keywords: | Computer software, Digital libraries, Project management |
| Article type: | Research paper |
| DOI: | 10.1108/07419050710874223 (Permanent URL) |
| Publisher: | Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
| Abstract: | Purpose – This article aims to outline steps for the inexperienced, including both internal and external considerations, to ensure informed choices when selecting digital library software. Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes a step-by-step approach in how to choose the correct software for a specific library application; and then how to test it and cost out the project. Findings – The choice of delivery software for digital libraries impacts usability, interoperability, support costs, and the ability to migrate materials over time. Intelligent selection requires careful assessment of internal needs and resources, as well as careful assessment of the options. Other considerations may be preferences related to the goals of your library, such as support of metadata standards, interoperability with other systems, and additional functionality. Practical implications – If user and client needs are not weighed, the outcome will be a tremendous disappointment. In addition, failure to consider the hardware and personnel support necessary can spell disaster. Originality/value – A clear and concise step-by-step approach to project management from assessment of requirements to purchase decision. |
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