4/8/2023

COMSATS UNIVERSITY
ISLAMABAD,
ABBOTTABAD CAMPUS

LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)

Mahnoor Kalsoom (FA22-BSE-143)

Mahnoor Sajjad (FA22-BSE-136)
Swaira Naveen Syed (FA22-BSE-150)

SUBMITTED TO: MA’AM NOSHEEN

GUL
 LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION:
The library management system proposed for the semester project is a software application that will
manage and systemize the day-to-day operations of a library. A library management system is a
software solution designed to modernize the organization and management of a library's collections,
resources, and services. With the growing number of books, multimedia resources, and other library
materials, libraries require an efficient way to keep track of all their items and manage circulation,
customers, and inventory.

Traditionally, libraries relied on manual processes to manage their collections. This approach was time-
consuming, labor-intensive, and likely to cause errors. Library staff had to spend significant amounts of
time manually cataloging, shelving, and tracking books, leading to inefficiencies and frustration.
Customers also had limited access to information about the library's resources and had to rely on the
librarian's knowledge to find books that matched their interests.

The traditional methods of managing libraries presented several challenges, including limited access to
information, difficulties in tracking books, inadequate reporting, and time-consuming processes. These
challenges made it difficult for libraries to provide efficient and effective services to their customers.

To meet these challenges, the library management system provides a comprehensive and systematic
approach to managing libraries.

The system will have two main user roles: librarians and library members. Librarians will have access to
the system’s administrative features, including adding and removing books, managing loan periods, and
generating reports. Library members will be able to search for books, place reservations, and view their
loan history.

With this system, librarians can easily manage the entire library operation, including the achievement
and disposal of books, patron registration, lending and returning of materials, and many more.

The library management system is an essential tool for modern libraries that want to provide a unified
and efficient experience for their customers. The system helps to eliminate manual errors and
redundancies, making library operations more efficient and cost-effective. Moreover, it provides
customers with a convenient and user-friendly platform to search for library resources, check
availability, and request materials.

In conclusion, a library management system is a crucial tool for managing libraries. It simplifies the
management of library operations and resources, improves the accuracy of record-keeping, and
enhances the customer experience. Whether you are a small or large library, a library management
system can help you optimize your operations and provide the best possible service to your customers.

Functional Requirements:

 Library Inventory:

Librarians should be able to manage the library inventory, including adding and removing books
and updating book information.

 Generating Reports:

The system should generate reports, such as inventory reports and overdue loan reports.

 Scan Barcode:
Allow librarians to scan book barcodes for easy inventory management and checkout processes.

 Book Tracking:
LMS should be able to track the availability, location, and status of the book.

 Members Information:
The librarians should be able to manage the registration, profile, history, and status of the
library members and the librarians

 Searching:
The LMS should have search and discovery capabilities that enable library members to easily
search for and discover library resources based on various criteria such as title, author, subject,
keywords, and more

 Fee and Fine Management:

The LMS should have functionalities for managing fines and fees associated with late returns,
lost or damaged items, and other penalties.
  Notification/Awareness:
It should be able to provide notifications to library members regarding their fines, returning date
of books, or any other important event.

 Review/ Recommendation:
Allow library members to rate and review books, and provide personalized recommendations
based on their reading history.

 Multilingual:

The LMS can provide support for multiple languages to cater to diverse user populations. This
includes features such as multi-language interfaces, multi-language cataloging, and
Multilanguage search capabilities to accommodate users who prefer different languages.

Non-Functional Requirements:

 Larger Capacity:

The system should be designed to handle a growing number of users and a larger inventory of
books.

 Security:
The LMS should have robust security measures in place to protect sensitive data, prevent
unauthorized access, and ensure data privacy

 Reliability:
The LMS should be highly reliable and available to ensure uninterrupted access to library
services. It should have mechanisms for fault tolerance, redundancy, backup, and recovery to
minimize downtime and data loss.

 Responsiveness:
It should provide quick response times, smooth performance even during peak usage, and the
ability to scale up or down based on demand.

 User-friendly:
The LMS should be user-friendly and easy to use, with intuitive interfaces, clear navigation, and
consistent design.
METHODOLOGY:
The methodology which we thought was well suited for designing and implementing the proposed
library management system is the agile methodology. Agile methodology is a flexible and iterative
approach to software development that emphasizes collaboration, communication, and the ability to
adapt to changing requirements. This methodology is well-suited for developing a library management
system because:

1. The system requirements are subject to change as per the library's needs.

2. The system requires the involvement of both librarians and library members to ensure that the
system meets the needs of all stakeholders.

3. Agile methodology allows for continuous feedback and improvement, ensuring that the system
is always meeting the needs of its users.