Library Management Module
The Library Management module provides comprehensive library operations including article cataloguing, member management, and transaction tracking, integrated with the broader Unity ERP system.
Core Features
Article Management
- Resource cataloguing - Books, journals, digital media
- Classification system - Dewey decimal or custom classification
- Metadata management - Author, publisher, ISBN, subject
- Availability tracking - Stock levels and location
- Digital resource support - Links to online content
Member Management
- Member registration - Student/staff/external member enrollment
- Profile management - Contact details, photo, preferences
- Integration with Student/Employee - Link to existing user records
- Status tracking - Active, suspended, expired memberships
Library Membership Doctype:
- Membership plans - Different tiers and privileges
- Duration management - Start/end dates, renewals
- Fee structure - Membership costs and payment tracking
- Access permissions - Resource access levels per membership type
Transaction Management
- Check-out/Check-in - Book borrowing and return tracking
- Due date management - Automatic due date calculations
- Fine calculations - Overdue penalties and management
- Reservation system - Hold requests for unavailable items
- Renewal processing - Extend borrowing periods
Settings & Configuration
- System parameters - Library policies and rules
- Fine structures - Penalty calculations and rates
- Loan periods - Default borrowing durations by resource type
- Notification settings - Alerts and reminders configuration
Integration with Unity ERP
Student Management Integration
- Automatic member creation from student enrollment
- ID card integration - QR codes for library access
- Academic year tracking - Membership aligned with academic terms
- Graduation processing - Alumni membership conversion
Staff Management Integration
- Staff membership - Automatic enrollment for employees
- Department-based access - Resource access per department
- Research privileges - Extended borrowing for faculty
- Administrative access - Librarian and staff permissions
Fee Management Integration
- Membership fee collection - Integration with fee structure
- Fine management - Automatic fine posting to student accounts
- Deposit handling - Security deposits and refunds
- Payment gateway - Online fine and membership payments
