Califa is proud to be part of the Open Source Consortium. Open Source - Open Libraries is a consortium of libraries, library systems, and other organizations committed to pursuing Open Source Software
(OSS) alternatives for libraries. The primary focus of the project is on Open Source Library Systems (OSLS) as potential replacements for
commercial, proprietary integrated library systems (ILS). The principles of Open Source (e.g. commitment to freedom of information,
transparency, collaboration and empowerment) are entirely consistent with libraries. Just as libraries provide opportunities for people to
empower themselves, Open Source software provides an opportunity for libraries to empower themselves by asserting more control over the
software tools used to run their libraries. With an OSLS, libraries can more quickly respond to the needs of library customers, optimize the
work of library staff, create new models for resource sharing, and take advantage of the power of collaboration.
The project will focus on making members aware of the OSLS products currently available as well as the companies available to provide support,
migration assistance, development, customization, and hosting. In addition, the project will educate members about Open Source business model
including, licensing, how the software is maintained and developed, and what we mean by "collaborative development."
The goal is to empower libraries and library consortia by encouraging participation and collaboration in software products generally, and
encouraging them to consider an Open Source Library System such as Koha or Evergreen.
Upcoming InfoPeople webinars you'll want to attend to learn more about this project: June 24 and July 21. Go to the Open Source website
for registration information and details on future workshops, both online and in person.
Half-day workshops presented by Lori Ayre and Cheryl Gould are also now open for registration.
Registration Links:
August 3, 2009
Register here Location: Fairfield Civic Center Library
Time: 9am-12:30pm
August 4, 2009
Register here Location: Milpitas Library, Activity Room
Time: 9am-12:30pm
August 13, 2009
Register here Location: Fullerton Public Library
Time: 9am-12:30pm
Califa is proud to be part of the Open Source Consortium. Open Source - Open Libraries is a consortium of libraries, library systems, and other organizations committed to pursuing Open Source Software
(OSS) alternatives for libraries. The primary focus of the project is on Open Source Library Systems (OSLS) as potential replacements for
commercial, proprietary integrated library systems (ILS). The principles of Open Source (e.g. commitment to freedom of information,
transparency, collaboration and empowerment) are entirely consistent with libraries. Just as libraries provide opportunities for people to
empower themselves, Open Source software provides an opportunity for libraries to empower themselves by asserting more control over the
software tools used to run their libraries. With an OSLS, libraries can more quickly respond to the needs of library customers, optimize the
work of library staff, create new models for resource sharing, and take advantage of the power of collaboration.
