
Voyager Integrated Library SystemEx Libris Group
Voyager is an integrated library system developed by Ex Libris, designed to manage various library operations, including acquisitions, cataloging, circulation, and interlibrary loan services.
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Ex Libris Group
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Product details
Originally developed by Endeavor Information Systems Inc., Voyager has been utilized by numerous libraries, universities, and museums worldwide. The system comprises several modules, each tailored to specific library functions:
- Cataloging: Enables the creation and editing of bibliographic records for library materials.
- Acquisitions: Assists in tracking orders and managing financial allocations for library resources.
- Circulation: Manages the lending and returning of items, including patron record maintenance and fine processing.
- Interlibrary Loan (ILL): Facilitates resource sharing by allowing patrons to request items from other institutions.
- Media Scheduling: Allows reservations of media items and equipment, along with maintenance scheduling.
- Reporter: Generates notifications for patrons regarding recalls, overdue items, and fines, and produces various reports for library staff.
- Self Check: Provides an interface for self-service check-in and check-out stations.
- System Admin: Offers administrative tools for user management, setting circulation policies, and configuring system settings. Voyager operates on an Oracle database and utilizes the Apache Tomcat web server. The system's modular design allows libraries to customize and scale functionalities according to their specific needs. In 2006, Endeavor Information Systems Inc. merged with Ex Libris Group, integrating Voyager into Ex Libris's suite of library solutions.
Key Features & Benefits
- Comprehensive Module Suite: Voyager's integrated modules cover all essential library functions, ensuring seamless operations.
- Scalability: Designed to cater to libraries of varying sizes, from small institutions to large university systems.
- Multilingual Support: Offers interfaces in multiple languages, accommodating diverse user bases.
- Proven Track Record: With a history spanning several decades, Voyager has a demonstrated track record of reliability and efficiency in library management.