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Integrated Library Suite

School Library System & Inventory Software

Transform your manual library into a digital knowledge hub. SchoolDeck ILMS automates Barcode circulation, OPAC searching, and Asset Stock Verification.

30 sec

To Issue a Book

100%

Asset Visibility

Auto

Fine Calculation

Digitize Your Library

What is Integrated Library Management (ILMS)?

An ILMS is specialized software that digitizes the core functions of a school library: Acquisition, Cataloging (Accession Register), Circulation (Issue/Return), and Serials Control. Unlike basic Excel sheets, SchoolDeck supports international standards like MARC 21 and DDC, ensuring your library is professional and audit-ready via the Core ERP.

The 5-Second Circulation Process

How automation speeds up the Librarian's day and reduces counter queues.

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1. Scan ID

Scan Student ID to pull profile from Smart ID cards.

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2. Scan Book

Scan the Barcode on the back cover. Multiple books in seconds.

3. Done

Book issued. Due date WhatsApp alert sent instantly.

Smart Library Management

Empower your librarian to focus on students, not physical registers.

Barcode

Barcode & Accession

Manage your Accession Register digitally with board-compliant formats.

  • Label Printing: Auto-generate barcode labels with Call Numbers for new stock arrivals.
  • Bulk Import: Migrate your existing Excel book list in minutes using our verified templates.
OPAC

OPAC (Student Search)

Let students check book availability from home via the mobile app.

  • Smart Filters: Find books by Title, Author, DDC category, or ISBN instantly.
  • My Account: Students can renew books and view pending library fines.

Inventory & Asset Tracking

Manage everything from Science Lab chemicals to Sports gear.

Inventory

Stock & Procurement

Complete lifecycle tracking of every physical asset on campus.

  • Purchase Flow: Generate POs ➜ Track Delivery ➜ Goods Receipt Note (GRN) automatically.
  • Low Stock Alerts: Get notified when consumables (chalk, markers, lab chemicals) run low.
Verification

Stock Verification (Audit)

The nightmare of every annual physical audit, solved.

  • Fast Audit: Simply scan books on the shelf. The system generates a 'Missing Stock Report' instantly.
  • Write-Offs: A formal workflow to approve the disposal of damaged assets for financial reporting.
Library Management Interface

Manual Registers vs. SchoolDeck ILMS

Feature Manual Register SchoolDeck ILMS
Book Search Walk to shelf & guess Instant Digital Search (OPAC)
Issue/Return 2-3 Mins (Manual Entry) 5 Seconds (Barcode Scan)
Fine Collection Math errors common Auto-added to Fees
Stock Verification Takes Weeks Completed in Days

Library & Stock FAQs

Does it support Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC)?

Yes. The system supports standard classification schemes including DDC, UDC, and Colon Classification to help organize your physical shelves logically and meet board inspection requirements.

Can we migrate existing book data from Excel?

Absolutely. We provide a specialized bulk import template. You can upload thousands of books (Title, Author, Accession No, Rack No) in one go to get started instantly.

Does it handle consumable inventory?

Yes. The Inventory module distinguishes between "Fixed Assets" (like Benches/ACs) and "Consumables" (like Lab Chemicals/Stationery) to ensure accurate stock level reporting and expense tracking.

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