Design and Development of a Web-Based Library Management Information System

Abstract

Conventional library management processes are often slow and highly susceptible to human error. Data collection is generally done manually, a practice that leads to unorganized, messy archives and time-consuming data searches (Fatimah & Elmasari, 2018). These manual processes are inefficient, prone to inaccuracies, and can even lead to the loss of books when borrower data is not properly tracked. Some libraries utilize disparate digital tools like G-forms and Microsoft Excel, which introduces significant risks related to data security and potential data loss (Siregar & Harahap, 2024). This paper proposes the design and development of a centralized, web- based Library Management Information System to address these inefficiencies. The primary objective is to produce a functional Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to digitize and simplify core library operations. The system is developed using an Agile framework and a User-Centered Design (UCD) approach. The system will provide core functionalities including book management, member management, and transaction processing, with the goal of helping staff manage data easily and quickly (Siregar & Harahap, 2024). The success of this project will be evaluated through rigorous functional and usability testing, aiming for a 90% task completion rate by librarians and positive qualitative feedback confirming the system's feasibility and efficiency.