LibraryWorld
LibraryWorld is a cloud-based service for organizing library collections and managing the circulation of materials.
What LibraryWorld is
LibraryWorld is a cloud-based service for organizing library collections and managing the circulation of materials. Its cataloging tools support MARC record imports and exports, manual cataloging, online record sources, and a Z39.50 connection to the Library of Congress. Records can include multiple holdings or copies, attached JPEG or PDF files, and links to eBooks. Circulation covers check-ins, checkouts, renewals, holds, reservations, barcode scanning, email receipts, and a self-service portal. Serials tracking creates an expected item after receipt, and inventory reports show items missing from shelves. The public catalog supports basic and advanced searches, item status and jacket displays, customizable interfaces, discovery shortcuts, and a Kids Catalog. LibraryWorld serves public, school, academic, medical, legal, and special libraries. It provides a mobile-friendly web application and a free LibraryWorld Mobile Search app for iPhone and iPad. A 30-day trial includes all modules and unlimited patron searching, but is limited to 50,000 catalog records per library.
Good
- Supports MARC import and export.
- Circulation includes renewals, holds, and barcode scanning.
- Catalog records can link to eBooks.
- Offers a Kids Catalog interface.
- Trial includes all modules and unlimited patron searching.
Watch out
- Trial is limited to 50,000 catalog records per library.
- Trial excludes management and cover jacket sharing.
- Active Library costs $550 a year.
Who it suits
LibraryWorld may suit public, school, academic, medical, legal, and special libraries seeking cataloging and circulation tools. Its mobile-friendly web access and iPhone and iPad search app may also help patrons look up materials on mobile devices.
Verdict
LibraryWorld brings cataloging, circulation, serials, inventory, and patron search into one library service. The trial offers its modules, but sharing features are reserved for the paid Active Library plan.
Plans and prices
From LibraryWorld's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Trial Library | Free | All Modules · Up to 50,000 catalog records per library · No Management Sharing · No Cover Jacket Sharing · Unlimited Patron Searching · Sales direct support · 30 day subscription period for testing service |
| Active Library | $550 a year | All Modules · Up to 50,000 catalog records per Library · Unlimited Management Sharing · Can Share Cover Jacket Images · Unlimited Patron Searching · Direct telephone and email support · Annual subscription period |
The facts
Each one read from LibraryWorld's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Cataloging
- The catalog module supports MARC imports and exports, manual entry, online record sources, and a Z39.50 connection to the Library of Congress.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Circulation
- Circulation supports check-in, checkout, renewals, holds, reservations, barcode scanning, email receipts, and a self-service circulation portal.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Collection records
- Catalog records can have multiple holding or copy records, attached JPEG or PDF files, and links to eBooks.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Data rights
- The terms say users retain ownership of information placed in their web library and describe a means to export catalog, holdings, and patron data if the service is discontinued.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Intended users
- LibraryWorld lists public, school, academic, medical, legal/law, and special libraries among its customer types.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Mobile access
- The service offers a mobile-friendly web application and a free LibraryWorld Mobile Search app for iPhone and iPad.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Patron catalog
- The OPAC offers basic and advanced search, item status and jacket displays, customizable interfaces, discovery shortcuts, and a Kids Catalog interface.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Privacy
- The privacy statement says personal information is used to provide library services, is not disclosed to third parties except in specified circumstances, and is protected with physical and electronic measures.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Product
- LibraryWorld describes itself as a web-based library automation service for building collections and circulating materials.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Serials and inventory
- Serials tracking creates the next expected item after receipt, while inventory reports items missing from shelves.checked 7 Oct 2001
- Support
- The support page says active libraries can contact technical support by email and receive telephone support weekdays from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST.checked 7 Oct 2001
The company
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California, United Stateschecked 28 Sep 2001
Money
- Trial limits
- The Trial Library includes all modules and unlimited patron searching, but excludes management sharing and cover jacket sharing and allows up to 50,000 catalog records per library.checked 7 Oct 2001