Alexandria

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Automation software for library management & promotion

About Alexandria

Alexandria is a web-based library automation solution that promises facility and resource management features, while crucially maintaining inventories of books, periodicals or associated reference materials. Hosted within the cloud or available for localized on-premise installation, librarians and library staff can access Circulation interfaces for handling day-to-day transactions such as checking books in, placing reservation holds, querying availability or charging fees. Cataloguing, a typically intensive task, is simplified by built-in SmartMARC support for obtaining MARC references from various sources such as the Library of Congress. Alexandria also supports code thirty-nine barcode symbology, allowing barcoded labels, spine labels and patron library membership cards to be created.

Aimed at modern libraries across both public and private educational institutions, including K-12 libraries, research facilities, churches, universities, and corporate libraries, Alexandria crucially delivers centralized access. This means that users can query a catalog of library resources and materials remotely, anytime and anywhere. Books and periodicals within an inventory can be searched online across a variety of interfaces depending on the type of user. Each wholly customizable, these search interfaces include "Explore", "Scout" and "Search" varieties to provide intuitive portals based around icons, keywords and more advanced tools for in-depth research applications.


Key benefits of Alexandria

  • Alexandria centralizes library management and resource cataloguing, either within the cloud or on-premise, to provide flexible access to the querying of books, periodicals and associated reference materials.
  • Librarians and support staff can utilize intuitive inventory and catalog management, leveraging integrated SmartMARC technology to fetch MARC records from a variety of trusted sources.
  • Circulation options allow library transaction processes to be setup and supported, such as daily tasks like book check-ins or check-outs, placing reservation holds, querying availability status and more.
  • Cloud-based deployment places catalog searching online, allowing staff and patrons to intuitively query available library resources via a range of customizable search portals.
  • A dedicated module also facilitates the generation of reusable reports detailing information around scheduling, periodic usage, facility statistics and even overdue books etc.

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    Alexandria Software - Search results or categories can be explored in numerous ways to provide a rich and informative library experience for all
    Alexandria Software - Search for periodicals via keyword to receive accurate matches showing cover art thumbnails, author, star ratings and more
    Alexandria Software - Cataloging and inventory management is assisted by integrated SmartMARC technology, enabling MARC records to be obtained from multiple sources
    Alexandria Software - A circulation interface enables all transaction processing to be handled intuitively, while setting rules for holds, reservations and charges
    Alexandria Software - Slideshow, a feature found within Alexandria, allows libraries to promote specific books at specific times on an auto-rotating banner
    Alexandria Software - Provide mapped floorplans of a library space to show visitors exactly where to physically find searched materials
    Alexandria Software - Search capabilities allow patrons to not only query a catalog but also click "Show Map" to see where the item is located within the library space
    Alexandria Software - The Explore option is an icon-based search for those readers that perhaps cannot type or spell, featuring customizable icons and backgrounds
    Alexandria Software - The Scout search option provides a simplified keyword search interface, running queries that pull results from MARC records before being filtered by reading level, popularity and author etc
    Alexandria Software - The Search option offers full library access to users conducting deep research, adding the ability to create lists, citations, request holds and place reservations.
    Alexandria Software - Bulletin boards make it easy for administrators, librarians, and patrons to share particular passions by aggregating resources, book recommendations, video, websites, study groups and more
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    Alexandria Software - Search results or categories can be explored in numerous ways to provide a rich and informative library experience for all
    Alexandria Software - Search for periodicals via keyword to receive accurate matches showing cover art thumbnails, author, star ratings and more
    Alexandria Software - Cataloging and inventory management is assisted by integrated SmartMARC technology, enabling MARC records to be obtained from multiple sources
    Alexandria Software - A circulation interface enables all transaction processing to be handled intuitively, while setting rules for holds, reservations and charges
    Alexandria Software - Slideshow, a feature found within Alexandria, allows libraries to promote specific books at specific times on an auto-rotating banner
    Alexandria Software - Provide mapped floorplans of a library space to show visitors exactly where to physically find searched materials
    Alexandria Software - Search capabilities allow patrons to not only query a catalog but also click "Show Map" to see where the item is located within the library space
    Alexandria Software - The Explore option is an icon-based search for those readers that perhaps cannot type or spell, featuring customizable icons and backgrounds
    Alexandria Software - The Scout search option provides a simplified keyword search interface, running queries that pull results from MARC records before being filtered by reading level, popularity and author etc
    Alexandria Software - The Search option offers full library access to users conducting deep research, adding the ability to create lists, citations, request holds and place reservations.
    Alexandria Software - Bulletin boards make it easy for administrators, librarians, and patrons to share particular passions by aggregating resources, book recommendations, video, websites, study groups and more

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    4.8 /5
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    4.7/5
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    4.4/5
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    Mercy
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    • Industry: Libraries
    • Company size: 2–10 Employees
    • Used Daily for Free Trial
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    Excellent Customer Online Support

    Reviewed on 2018/10/12

    Pros

    To begin with, I just admire the customer support round the clock that they give. It's so hard to get stuck that for instance, you have to wait on their working hours, no! They got my needs.
    Cataloging is so superb and one can be in control of the software by navigating across panes easily.

    Cons

    I have not seen any cons yet, I have been using it for trial and I loved it.

    Verified Reviewer
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    • Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    Partnering with Alexandria to meet information demands of the 21st century.

    Reviewed on 2021/05/01

    Since we implemented Alexandria, we no longer worry about data security, cloud based Alexandria...

    Since we implemented Alexandria, we no longer worry about data security, cloud based Alexandria takes care of that

    Pros

    Alexandria serves as a portal for the vocational training college which gives students access to a myriad of information services. The beautiful thing is that the software is hosted by the manufacturer, removing the need for installation, upgrades and security. We we made subscription, Alexandria takes care of the rest.

    We find it efficient that all the students at the college use the same user license. While accessing the online library resources, the students enjoy using their own devices, including android based.

    We also noted that by using Alexandria, we killed two bird with one stone. Alexandria partners with other library solutions, helping us to implement the time saving copy cataloguing as well as providing a platform for subscription of E-Books.

    Cons

    We so much rely on internet connectivity to access the library solution. It is frustrating to both staff and patrons when internet is down, as access is not possible.

    Shirley
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    Reviewed on 2015/03/11

    This software has been in use in my district for many years. Overall, since it is cheap, it was the...

    This software has been in use in my district for many years. Overall, since it is cheap, it was the one we decided on and we drank the kool-aid in believing that the company would go above and beyond to help us.
    Unfortunately, customer service is not always helpful and the support people know little to nothing about .mrc records.
    Somewhat disappointing when you compare it to the big companies.

    Joni
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    • Industry: Education Management
    • Company size: 201–500 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    Alexandria library software for our High School

    Reviewed on 2018/12/11

    Recently we added classroom collections of all of our English department teachers. This should have...

    Recently we added classroom collections of all of our English department teachers. This should have been done as the books were added over the years, but it was not. Our teachers were quite reluctant to have to learn new software and all, but now that it's done they think it's pretty slick! They love that they can find a title in another classroom if they don't have a copy themselves.

    Pros

    Alexandria offers so many things. It's a great way to organize our collection and know immediately whether we have an item, where it is, and whether it's available. I can fine-tune reports so I can zero in on exactly what I need to know. I can personalize fields and settings, and I can set permissions to restrict how much information others in our building can access or edit.

    Tech support is top notch! They address my questions and concerns with clarity and with respect, even when I feel I may have a silly question. I've learned much about Alexandria by calling tech support with a few questions and then hearing them explain a better way to do what I'm trying to do.

    Cons

    Maybe a con is that Alexandria is capable of doing so much that I am not even aware of.

    Kate
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    • Industry: Libraries
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    User Friendly Reliable Library System

    Reviewed on 2018/12/11

    My experience has been great. The program is reliable and consistent. I love the organization of...

    My experience has been great. The program is reliable and consistent. I love the organization of it and appreciate the willingness of the company to constantly be making improvements and updates. It's a great software program.

    Pros

    We just upgraded to Version 7 and I appreciate how seamless and easy the conversion was. The program is so user friendly and nine times out of ten, I can "play" around with things and find exactly what I need. Any time I have an issue and have contacted technical support, they have responded immediately. The other thing I love about Alexandria is their willingness to take the suggestions from the user to improve the operations. I think it is a great program and I hope we always have it in my library.

    Cons

    This is a very trivial con, but I wish that version 7 gave us the ability to add a picture to the generic patron image. I know they are working on it, but my kids loved seeing the seasonal images I would put up for them. I was having trouble with the holds, but after talking to our tech support, it was fixed.

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    Alexandria offers the following pricing plans:

    • Starting from: US$499.00/year
    • Pricing model: Subscription
    • Free Trial: Not Available

    Contact Alexandria directly for pricing information and quotes.

    Alexandria has the following typical customers:

    2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500

    Alexandria supports the following languages:

    English, French, Spanish

    Alexandria supports the following devices:

    Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)

    We do not have any information about what integrations Alexandria has

    Alexandria offers the following support options:

    Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat

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