Open-Source Integrated Library Systems To Library Services Platforms: A Way Forward For Libraries

Abstract

Methodology

The paper has been based on exploratory research methodology. The data required for the research has been collected and analyzed from the contents of the websites of the respective Library Services Platform (LSP), focus has been given specifically to FOLIO (Future of Libraries is Open) being only open source LSP.

Purpose

This paper provides a brief overview of the   LSP and explores different LSPs using exploratory research. In addition, the paper discusses in detail FOLIO, the only open-source library services platform currently available.

Findings

Currently, FOLIO is the only open-source LSP system available.  Despite being an open-source FOLIO has been found relatively less popular and utilized than other LSPs.

Originality/Value

The paper highlights feature of different LSPs available and discusses FOLIO open-source LSP in detail. This helps librarians in understanding and deploying LSP in their libraries.