Oliver v5 Library Software

Dynamic, digital rich and engaging school library management software

Oliver v5 offers a digital rich, engaging experience for the entire school community. As a fully web based solution it can be accessed from any desktop or tablet device, allowing students to discover library and learning resources 24/7 in school, from home or on the go.

Interactive Student Search Interface

Recommendations-based Browse Lists page provides a highly personalised library experience
“Drag and drop” to basket
24/7 access from anywhere, anytime
Deep digital integration with eResources for direct borrow and download within the public Search interface
Predictive text searching, Faceted search and Advanced Federated Search
Library News page for publishing curated book carousels and other engaging content
Relevancy ranking
Orbit search interface – for junior and middle school students
Clear presentation of results, with easy links to
interactive resources
Library maps to assist users to locate resources
Users can manage their own library profile – reserve, renew, request, and review results

Management Functionality

Manage every type of resource - physical, virtual, electronic
Smart Cataloguing allows you to add new resources and copies using just a barcode scanner
Report on all aspects of library, research and resource centre management including statistics
Dynamically view graphical reports using real time library data with Analytical Reporting
Intuitive navigation
Information alerts including real time reminders
Facility to create up to seven customised authority files or taxonomies
Equipment and asset resource management

Flexible Integration

Ability to connect to virtual learning environments e.g. Moodle, SharePoint, Knowledge Net
Access digital media e.g. ClickView, DVC, TV 4 Ed
Integration with Student Management Systems, e.g. TASS, SIMS.Net, CMIS, Maze

Technology

SQL Technology
Fully web-based, with no installation required on client machines
Responsive Web Design
Full-text search of all catalogue records
Email and SMS functionality
Z-Cataloguing – import MARC21 records from libraries and databases around the world
RFID and self-checkout ready
URL checker - validates URLs attached to your library’s resources

Live Catalogue Enrichments

Enhanced catalogue records using streamlined SCIS integration
Cover images delivered and displayed on demand. These can be locally added or dynamically loaded using providers such as Syndetic Solutions
Author and title information using Syndetic Solutions
Web 2.0 features including integration with LibraryThing for Libraries, Federated Search, ChiliFresh and much more

Security and Support Functionality

Single Sign-On using latest technologies
Ability to secure access to resources according to user profiles and privileges matching business policies
Certified T4 hosting facilities available
Helpdesk facilities via online, email or phone

Orbit

Orbit makes reading and research simpler and more engaging for junior and middle school students with a dynamic picture search environment, interchangeable graphics options, RSS feeds, book cover carousels and more. Orbit will encourage your students to love research and reading.