The training for the ITMS Alexandria’s software is designed to cover the full spectrum of library operations. Key areas of instruction include:
Core Training Topics
- Patron Management: Creating and managing user accounts, setting permissions, and handling patron-related transactions.
- Cataloging and Item Management: The process of adding, editing, and maintaining bibliographic records for library materials. This includes utilizing features like SmartMARC technology for efficient record acquisition.
- Circulation: Managing the check-in and check-out of materials, placing holds, and handling renewals and fines.
- Reporting: Generating various reports to gain insights into collection usage, patron activity, and other key library metrics.
- System Administration: Configuring preferences, managing user access, and performing other administrative tasks to customize the Alexandria software to the library’s needs.