How to Build Community Engagement with Alexandria Library Software
Small and rural libraries can create smart spaces by utilizing all available resources, starting with their library management software. We understand that rural and small libraries face unique challenges, that require creative solutions in order to overcome. We’ve outlined Alexandria’s most exciting and useful tools that will empower small and rural libraries to deliver excellent service to their communities.
Alexandria’s Features
Bulletin Boards. Alexandria’s
Bulletin Boards feature helps librarians bridge the gap between the library and its community. Share information about upcoming events, post news, and exchange ideas all in one place.
Slideshow. Market your library and its resources by dynamically displaying a range of titles from your collection on a tablet, TV monitor, or computer screen.
Slideshow is an excellent tool to help you promote a theme or subject in your library without needing to move books or create displays physically.
Reservations. Coordinate item circulation, including equipment, by using
Reservations. This is especially useful if you have patrons that are spread out very far away from your library.
Self-checkout. Short on extra helping hands? Allow patrons to check items in or out themselves using the Self-Service interface.
SmartMARC Search. SmartMARC Title Assistant searches Z39.50 databases for existing title records, which allows for simple cataloging and fast circulation of items.
Hosting Options. We can accommodate your unique needs. Short on staff? We can host and take the IT requirement off your hands. Do you have limited internet connectivity? We can install the program on your machines.
24/7 Support. We want you to feel confident using Alexandria, and in the moments where you need guidance, we have a multitude of free resources to help answer your questions. It will feel as if you have your own dedicated IT team.