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.

Research on the Platform of 3D Information Management for the Ordnance Maintenance Equipment

2014 ◽  
Vol 989-994 ◽  
pp. 5427-5430
Author(s):  
Zhi Yong Cheng ◽  
Rong Yue Xie ◽  
Lei Qiu ◽  
Xiao Zhou ◽  
Chao Fa Yu
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
3D Model ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Original Data ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Equipment Management ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
New Information ◽  
3D Information

Based on the current situation that the current ordnance equipment maintenance information management system is not intuitive, a new information system was designed and realized, which could display the two-dimensional Information and three-dimensional information synchronously. This system can well compatible with the existing one. Through studying the analysis of the original data structure, importing way for the 3D model of equipment, synchronous display for the 2D information and 3d model, the 3D information management system was realized, which provides a new digital method for equipment management person.

Investigation of Resistance, Perception and Attitudes of Employees against Change in Information Systems Using Change Management Approach: A Study in a University Hospital

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (04) ◽  
pp. 1850038
Author(s):  
Yusuf Yalcin Ileri ◽  
Ozer Arik
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Change Management ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Management Tools ◽  
Quality Health Care ◽  
Hospital Information Management System

The need for change in the rapidly developing health sector is essential for the provision of quality health care services. In this study, the technological change experienced in the process of transition from the old hospital information management system used in a university hospital to the new hospital information management system was discussed and employees’ resistance, perceptions and attitudes to change have been examined through a change management approach. In this study, we aimed to examine the level of usage of the change management tools and change management phases in a university hospital through a change management approach in the transition phase to the new HIS. We also aim to discuss faced problems encountered in the change process, help to create consciousness for management of change, examine behavioural reasons of resistance of healthcare professionals and present our experiences and propose solutions in the view of adoption and acceptance management tools against change in Hospital Information Systems (HIS) for healthcare managers. In the research, it has been observed that in the transition to the new information system, the change management tools are applied partially whereas change management phases have been implemented to a large extent. University hospital employees are resistant to Hospital Information Management System replacement. The most resistant groups are doctors and nurses and the least resistant employees are administrative staff. The rise in hospital revenues following the change is noteworthy.

Information modeling and system realization for supporting engineering education accreditation process based on polychromatic graph

2021 ◽  
Vol 73 (6) ◽  
pp. 921-945
Author(s):  
Xueping Wang ◽  
Xinqin Gao
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Education ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Network Model ◽  
Management System ◽  
Network Modeling ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Modeling Method ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Management Level

PurposeThe engineering education accreditation (EEA) is a principal quality assurance mechanism. However, at many education institutions, the most labor-intensive work of EEA process is accomplished manually. Without the support of computer and information technology, the EEA process leads to high labor intensity, low work efficiency and poor management level. The purpose of this paper is to build a complex network model and realize an information management system of talent training program for supporting the EEA process.Design/methodology/approachBased on polychromatic graph (PG), this paper builds a network model of talent training program for engineering specialty. The related information and data are organized and processed in this network model. From the bidirections of top-down and bottom-up, the user requirements are retrieved automatically in logic layer. Together with the specialty of mechanical engineering, the proposed PG-based network modeling method is applied and the corresponding information management system is realized.FindingsThe study results show that the PG-based network modeling method takes full advantages of the strong simulation ability of PG to model the complex network system and has some unique merits in formal expression of problem, efficient processing of information and lightweight realization of system. Further, the information management system of talent training program can reduce the tedious human labor and improve the management level of EEA process dramatically.Originality/valueThis paper proposes a PG-based network modeling method, in which the nodes and the edges can be painted by some unified colors to describe the different kinds of activities and the various types of interactions. Theoretically, this modeling method does not distinguish the activities, the interactions and their properties in graphic symbol and the problem size is diminished about a half. Furthermore, this paper provides an effective experience and idea to the education institutions for implementing the engineering education accreditation, increasing the education management efficiency and promoting the talent training quality.

Development and Application of Economic Management Information System of Enterprises Based on VC++ Technology

2014 ◽  
Vol 644-650 ◽  
pp. 6204-6207
Author(s):  
Xing Yang
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Current Trend ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Social Production ◽  
Economic Management ◽  
Management Tools ◽  
Chinese Enterprises ◽  
C Language ◽  
Sql Database

With the constant expansion of Chinese enterprises, the enterprise’s personnel system becomes increasingly large, increasingly difficult to manage, for the information management has become increasingly important. Personnel information management is an important and delicate and complex, so to establish utility personnel information management system in order to maintain a stable business operation, reduce management investment, improve productivity, enhance IT management tools to improve the unit earnings. Further information management system applications conform to the current trend of the information society and shorten the cycle of social production. The personnel information management system is the use of C++ language as the development language, My SQL database as a backend database.

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.

A blockchain-based information management system for academic institutions: a case study of international students’ workflow

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Weiru Chen ◽  
Seyed Mahdi Bohloul ◽  
Yifang Ma ◽  
Ling Li
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
International Students ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
International Student ◽  
Research University ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Transmission Efficiency ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Impact

Purpose This study aims to explore the impact of applying a blockchain-based information system in the international students’ administrative workflow in the context of a public research university in the USA. Design/methodology/approach Specifically, a prototype of the blockchain-based information system was developed and tested. The system has the potential advantages of being more efficient, more transparent, faster and safer. Findings The results show that digital registration could increase student registration efficiency with a blockchain-based application. Research limitations/implications There are also some limitations of this study. As an early exploration of the use of blockchain technology in higher education, this study could be further extended in several aspects: different institutions (e.g. private vs public school) may have different operational strategies towards international student affairs. The different administrative processes should be discussed in the context of different institutions, and thus the proposed system should be tested and evaluated based on the requirements of different institutions. Use experience and feedback from different users such as university administrators and students should be considered and investigated with respect to the necessary improvement of the proposed system. The extensibility and scalability of the system should be assessed to accommodate any potential modifications of the administrative process. Originality/value The findings show that a blockchain-based information management system has the potential to improve data transmission efficiency and protect information privacy.

Linking key antecedents of hotel information management system adoption to innovative work behavior through attitudinal engagement

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Otengei Samson Omuudu ◽  
Kasekende Francis ◽  
George Changha
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Work Behavior ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Innovative Work Behavior ◽  
Innovative Work

PurposeThe paper aims to examine the relationship between the key antecedents of hotel information management system (HIMS) adoption and innovative work behavior (IWB) with attitudinal engagement as a mediator.Design/methodology/approachSurvey data were obtained from 297 full-time employees in five-star hotels in Uganda. With the help of Analysis of Moment Structures (AMOS), seven hypotheses were tested and analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM).FindingsBoth perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use are significant determinants of IWB. The study also confirms attitudinal engagement as a significant predictor of IWB. Importantly, attitudinal engagement was found to be a partial mediator in both the perceived usefulness and the perceived ease–IWB relationships.Practical implicationsThe study’s findings will guide managers in formulating policies that promote employee display of vigor, absorption and dedication to work. Hospitality and tourism firms can now keep their workers abreast with the latest technology at work so as to help them exhibit engagement tendencies as well as generating new ideas for the organization.Originality/valueThe proposed framework provides a fresh theoretical explanation for IWB in hotels with perceived technology beliefs and attitudinal engagement as major drivers, hence contributing to the current state of knowledge. The study demonstrates that engagement acts as a link for the transfer of part of the contributions of both perceived usefulness (PUHIMS) and perceived ease of use of HIMS (PEUHIMS) into IWB.

scholarly journals SOFTWARE FOR PRICE FORMATION AND ESTIMATE RATING IN CONSTRUCTION

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-60
Author(s):  
Alexander Alekseev ◽  
Valeriya Gladkih
Keyword(s):  
Information Management ◽  
Management System ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
Cost Estimating ◽  
Construction Operations ◽  
Cost Estimates ◽  
Software Products ◽  
Business Operations ◽  
New Information

The article gives a review of modern pricing and cost estimating processes in construction and considers the existing software products aimed at automating the processes. According to the results of comparative analysis, none of the software products reviewed support the function of editing the prices currently in use. Editing may be rendered possible if a detailed list of construction operations is available. The list may be adjusted on the fly as cutting-edge building technologies are employed and at the same time taking into account operation scenarios in space-limited environment. The importance of updating the existing products or creating a new information management system is emphasized as highly applicable. Functional models of business processes for the head of the business operations office, a specialist of the business operations office and a specialist in cost estimates have been presented in BPMN 2.0 notation. The presented model of pricing and cost estimates is found far from the ideal perspective. The formulas corrected for calculating the estimated cost of construction are given. After a multiuser information management system is developed, it will enable companies adopt the suggested model of pricing and cost estimates. This solution is realistic as the information management system involves segregating the process of corporate pricing carried out by cost estimate specialists and the process of price quoting carried out by specialists from the business operations office. The authors believe that price quoting will thus be done based on corporate prices and with a user-friendly interface.

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.

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