SPOKEdb: open-source information management system for oral history

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 101-116
Author(s):  
Eric C. Weig ◽  
Michael Slone
Keyword(s):  
Oral History ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Source Information ◽  
University Of Kentucky ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Information Management Systems ◽  
The University

Purpose This paper aims to examine how an open-source information management system was developed to manage a collection of more than 10,000 oral history interviews at the University of Kentucky Libraries’ Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History. Design/methodology/approach Digital library architects at the University of Kentucky Libraries built an open-source information management system for oral history using the open-source tools Omeka and Blacklight. Additional open-source code was developed to facilitate interaction between these tools. Findings Information management systems that address needs of libraries and archives can be built by combining existing open-source tools in complementary ways. Originality/value This work at the University of Kentucky Libraries serves as a proof of concept for other institutions to examine as a potential model to follow or adapt for their own local needs. The SPOKEdb framework can be replicated elsewhere, as the major and minor components are open-source. SPOKEdb at its conceptual level is a unique information management system based on its tailored approach to serving the needs of oral history management at various user levels including both administrative and public.

A Research of Information Management System Based on Data Mining

2014 ◽  
Vol 513-517 ◽  
pp. 616-619 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ji Kun Wang ◽  
Xing Zhi Hu ◽  
Xue Zhe Li ◽  
Fei Ji Ding
Keyword(s):  
Data Mining ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
University Management ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Reference Information ◽  
Information Management Systems ◽  
The University ◽  
Guidance Information

As it's known to all, taking full advantage of useful information in university information management systems can improve the quality and efficiency of university management. With the aim at the characteristic of the information management system, this paper proposes practical applications of the Data Mining in university information management by analyzing the process, main workload and main technical methods of data mining. And finally, we provide some guidance information and reference information for the university management staffs to help them accomplish the university management quickly and efficiently.

Key features of information management systems (IMSs) for automation in university libraries: a view point of information professionals in Pakistan

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shakeel Ahmad Khan ◽  
Ghulam Ayesha
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Library Automation ◽  
Information Management Systems ◽  
Key Features ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to investigate the key features of information management systems (IMSs) for automation in university libraries. This study also highlights the use of library information management systems in university libraries and the satisfaction of university librarians in using various IMS.Design/methodology/approachThis study is quantitative in nature. A survey research method has been applied to achieve the research objectives. Purposive sampling has been used to select the targeted population which consisted of 157 librarians working in university libraries. Data were collected through a web-based questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were applied to analyze the collected data by using SPSS software.FindingsFree and open source software are widely used in university libraries to manage the bibliographic information of library material. KOHA is the most used software for library automation in university libraries of Pakistan. The key features of library information management system (IMS) include reliability and security of the software, user-friendly interface, advance searching options, use of library standards (MARC, Uni MARC, RDA), online upgradation, technical support of developing company, shared cataloging, multilingual features of software, etc (See Figure 4). The study recommends that the above-mentioned features must be considered by university librarians when selecting any software for library automation. Results showed that apart from the use of KOHA software, there are also some other software which are being used for library automation in university libraries of Pakistan. These systems include; Virtua, Library Management System (LMS), and Library Information Management Systems (LIMSs).Practical implicationsThis study has practical implications for university librarians in Pakistan as well as in other countries. Librarians can use the results of this study as a blueprint before selecting any information management system to automate the library record.Originality/valueThis study identifies the core features of IMS for automation in libraries. These features have been recommended by informational professionals who have been working in automated libraries and possess adequate professional experience in using library automation software.

Development of a Module for Point-of-care Charge Capture and Submission Using an Anesthesia Information Management System

2006 ◽  
Vol 105 (1) ◽  
pp. 179-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
David L. Reich ◽  
Ronald A. Kahn ◽  
David Wax ◽  
Tanuj Palvia ◽  
Maria Galati ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Practice Management ◽  
Anesthesia Information Management System ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Electronic Charge ◽  
Average Charge ◽  
Accounts Receivable ◽  
Information Management Systems

Background The use of electronic charge vouchers in anesthesia practice is limited, and the effects on practice management are unreported. The authors hypothesized that the new billing technology would improve the effectiveness of the billing interface and enhance financial practice management measures. Methods A custom application was created to extract billing elements from the anesthesia information management system. The application incorporates business rules to determine whether individual cases have all required elements for a complete and compliant bill. The metrics of charge lag and days in accounts receivable were assessed before and after the implementation of the electronic charge voucher system. Results The average charge lag decreased by 7.3 days after full implementation. The total days in accounts receivable, controlling for fee schedule changes and credit balances, decreased by 10.1 days after implementation, representing a one-time revenue gain equivalent to 3.0% of total annual receipts. There are additional ongoing cost savings related to reduction of personnel and expenses related to paper charge voucher handling. Conclusions Anesthesia information management systems yield financial and operational benefits by speeding up the revenue cycle and by reducing direct costs and compliance risks related to the billing and collection processes. The observed reductions in charge lag and days in accounts receivable may be of benefit in calculating the return on investment that is attributable to the adoption of anesthesia information management systems and electronic charge transmission.

Library eArchiving with ZONTAL Space and the Allotrope Data Format

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-77
Author(s):  
Dennis Della Corte ◽  
Wolfgang Colsman ◽  
Ben Welker ◽  
Brian Rennick
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Digital Preservation ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Data Migration ◽  
Management Tools ◽  
Data Format ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Information

Purpose The purpose of this technical paper is to evaluate the emerging standard “Allotrope Data Format (ADF)” in the context of digital preservation at a major US academic library hosted at Brigham Young University. In combination with the new information management system ZONTAL Space (ZS), archiving with the ADF is compared with currently used systems CONTENTdm and ROSETTA. Design/methodology/approach The approach is a workflow-based comparison in terms of usability, functionality and reliability of the systems. Current workflows are replaced by optimized target processes, which limit the number of involved parties and process steps. The connectors or manual solutions between the current workflow steps are replaced with automatic functions inside of ZS. Reporting functionalities inside of ZS are used to track system and file lifecycle to ensure stability and data preservation. Findings The authors find that the target processes leveraging ZS drastically reduce complexity compared to current workflows. Archiving with the ADF is found to decrease integration complexity and provide a more robust data migration path for the future. The possibility to enrich data automatically with metadata and to store this information alongside the content in the same information package increases reusability of the data. Research limitations/implications The practical implications of this work suggest the arrival of a new information management system that can potentially revolutionize the archiving landscape within libraries. Beyond the scope of the initial proof of concept, the potential for the system can be seen to replace existing data management tools and provide access to new data analytics applications, like smart recommender systems. Originality/value The value of this study is a systematic introduction of ZS and the ADF, two emerging solutions from the Pharmaceutical Industry, to the broader audience of digital preservation experts within US libraries. The authors consider the exchange of best practices and solutions between industries to be of high value to the communities.

Creating history: a case study in making oral histories more accessible in the digital age

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristopher Turner
Keyword(s):  
Oral History ◽  
School Library ◽  
Law School ◽  
Oral Histories ◽  
University Of Kentucky ◽  
Content Type ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
The Law ◽  
Time Required ◽  
The University

Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine how the University of Wisconsin Law School Library sought to create easily searchable oral histories by partnering with the University of Kentucky and the University of Wisconsin Oral History Program. Through this partnership, a digital archive of fully searchable and indexed oral histories with links to relevant articles, Library of Congress keywords, summaries and maps is being created, giving users the ability to delve into the Law School’s history more deeply and with more historical perspective than ever before. Design/methodology/approach The implementation of the Oral History Metadata Synchronizer (OHMS) and the development of a daily workflow for adding University of Wisconsin Law School oral histories to the program is closely examined. The pros and cons of the program are discussed as well as the future of the Law School oral histories. Findings The OHMS program is a powerful tool that allows researchers to quickly and easily locate relevant portions of an oral history, saving the time required to review hours of an interview. OHMS also allows archivists and librarians to better organize and catalog each oral history by providing important metadata tools that provide context and background on each unique oral history. Originality/value The University of Wisconsin Law School is the first law school to implement the OHMS program in concert with an institutional repository. The program, which is free and open source, may be of great value to historians, archivists and non-profits who wish to make their content more visible and more searchable.

scholarly journals Efficient Authentication for Internet of Things Devices in Information Management Systems

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Xiaofeng Wu ◽  
Fangyuan Ren ◽  
Yiming Li ◽  
Zhenwei Chen ◽  
Xiaoling Tao
Keyword(s):  
Internet Of Things ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Mutual Authentication ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
User Privacy ◽  
Information Management Systems

With the rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, it has been widely used in various fields. IoT device as an information collection unit can be built into an information management system with an information processing and storage unit composed of multiple servers. However, a large amount of sensitive data contained in IoT devices is transmitted in the system under the actual wireless network environment will cause a series of security issues and will become inefficient in the scenario where a large number of devices are concurrently accessed. If each device is individually authenticated, the authentication overhead is huge, and the network burden is excessive. Aiming at these problems, we propose a protocol that is efficient authentication for Internet of Things devices in information management systems. In the proposed scheme, aggregated certificateless signcryption is used to complete mutual authentication and encrypted transmission of data, and a cloud server is introduced to ensure service continuity and stability. This scheme is suitable for scenarios where large-scale IoT terminal devices are simultaneously connected to the information management system. It not only reduces the authentication overhead but also ensures the user privacy and data integrity. Through the experimental results and security analysis, it is indicated that the proposed scheme is suitable for information management systems.

scholarly journals Design of University Library and Information Management System Based on Big Data Fusion

2018 ◽  
Vol 232 ◽  
pp. 01010
Author(s):  
Jia Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Information Retrieval ◽  
Data Fusion ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Recall Rate ◽  
Linux Kernel ◽  
University Library ◽  
The University

In order to improve the ability of library and information management in colleges and universities, and improve intelligent retrieval level of books, a design method of library information management system is proposed based on big data fusion. The phase space reconstruction technology is used to reconstruct the feature of library and information. The feature quantity of semantic concept set of library information is extracted, and the classification storage and information retrieval of library information is carried out by fuzzy clustering method. The adaptive training method is used for feature fusion, and big data fusion of library and information is realized in high dimensional feature space. The data processing center is set up under the Linux kernel environment, the application program of the university library information management system is developed under the Linux kernel, and the VXI bus technology is used to transmit and schedule the university library information management information and data. Realize the software development and design of the school library information management system. The test results show that the design of university library information management system with this method has good information storage and scheduling ability, and it improves the performance of library information retrieval. In the information recall rate and recall rate and other indicators performance has an advantage.

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