BibliotheksModul

BibliotheksModul is a modular software component designed to support library-related functionalities within information systems. It provides a set of services for cataloging, search, holdings management, user authentication, and integration with external library networks. The module is designed to be embedded in larger applications such as library management systems, digital libraries, or campus information portals, and can be extended with plugins or adapters to support institution-specific workflows.

Typical features include management of bibliographic records (support for MARC21, Dublin Core, and other metadata standards), holdings and item status, patron data, lending and reservations, fines, and user notifications. It offers search and indexing capabilities, with faceting, relevancy ranking, and support for external search engines or solr-like indexes. The module exposes APIs (REST or other) for integration with front-end applications and external systems, and supports import/export of records, batch updates, and data normalization.

Architecturally, BibliotheksModul is designed as a decoupled service or plugin that communicates via defined interfaces. It emphasizes standards-based interoperability, using common library standards and protocols such as MARC, Z39.50 or modern equivalents, OpenURL, and RESTful APIs. Security features typically include authentication, authorization, audit logging, and data protection.

Deployment scenarios vary from on-premises installations to cloud-based services, with configuration options for local catalogs, external catalogs, and interoperability with national or consortium library networks. The term is used in German-speaking contexts to describe a modular component rather than a standalone product, with emphasis on flexibility and interoperability.