Selection and use of KOHA software in two private Nigerian universities

Ogbenege, Janet; Adetimirin, Airen

doi:10.1108/lhtn-04-2013-0020

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“…Koha free and open source enterprise resource planning system is likely to be associated with various problems, risks and myths that have compromised the use of this solution in information management organizations due to lack or reliable information. In Kenya alone, only countable information organizations use the system and the replica applies to many African and other developing countries (Ogbenege & Adetimirin, 2013& Egunjobi & Awoyemi, 2013. Koha may face surmountable challenges but information management organizations and professional leaders have the option of deciding the appropriate solution.…”

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Koha enterprise resource planning system and its potential impact on information management organizations

Makori

Osebe

2016

LHTN

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to focus on Koha enterprise resource planning system and its potential impact on information management organizations in Kenya against the risks and myths associated with the solution. Design/methodology/approach The study focused on selected scan and analysis of information management organizations using Koha enterprise resource planning system in addition to document or desk review analysis. Expert opinions and ideas of information professionals, especially information systems and information leaders, also provided vital knowledge. Findings Koha enterprise resource planning system as the premier and leading free and open-source software is transforming and integrating information services in knowledge-based organizations. Driving significant forces include economical benefits, global customer base, free use and distribution, technical and online support, compatibility and integration with other technologies and global access to information and organization of knowledge. The study also established that the risks and myths associated with the system such as compatibility and integration with other technological solutions are no longer possible challenges. Koha provides business intelligence and cloud computing solutions over proprietary or commercial systems for managing and supporting information in organizations. Research limitations/implications This study purposively focused on selected information and knowledge management organizations using the Koha free and open-source enterprise resource planning system in addition to expert opinions and ideas of stakeholders in the information industry. Practical implications Koha enterprise resource planning system provides alternative solutions to information organizations already burdened with limited financial resources. In addition, it proves to the entire world that the solution that was developed for rural and small-based information organizations has developed into a leading knowledge enterprise resource planning solution. In information management organizations, Koha enterprise resource planning system is the strategic asset whose growth and use has increased tremendously across the globe. Social implications Potential widespread application and usage of the Koha enterprise resource system that was initially developed for rural and small information organizations is proof enough that the free and open-source software movement can produce best solutions that are economically viable over proprietary systems. Significant impact of the enterprise system across the globe indicates that information management organizations, information professionals and leaders are satisfied with the system. Originality/value In the knowledge-based economy, where technological systems and solutions are fundamental for quality delivery of services to the customers, information professionals must and as always provide the necessary technology, leadership and management qualities. Across the world, Koha free and open-source enterprise resource planning system is increasingly gaining momentum in information management organizations, and Kenyan information professionals are no exception.

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Koha enterprise resource planning system and its potential impact on information management organizations

Makori

Osebe

2016

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“…Consequently, Ogbenege and Adetimirin (2013) investigated the selection and use of the Koha software by library staff and faculty in two private university libraries.…”

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“…Development of numerous library software packages for the management of information resources and provi-library automation and to eliminate wastage. Consequently, Ogbenege and Adetimirin (2013) opine that in as much as it is expedient for university libraries to provide efficient services; libraries should select the most appropriate software for its use. Ogbenege and Adetimirin (2013) further noted that without good software adopted and used in the library, it might not be able to perform effectively and efficiently.…”

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“…Chauhan (2018) also evaluated the use of Koha library management software in Sonipat. None of these studies (Ogbenege & Adetimirin, 2013;Tella et al, 2017;Chauhan, 2018) focused on the reasons for the adoption of Koha library software. Also, almost nothing was done to compare the adoption and use of Koha software between the privately-owned university and public owned university.…”

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“…Selection of software and integration of resources in the libraries are critical when necessary to bring improved service quality to its operations. Ogbenege and Adetimirin (2013) recommend that for the selection of library software, it is pertinent for the library management to carefully select library software to achieve success in…”

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Comparative Study of Koha Usage in Bowen University and University of Ilorin Libraries

Omopupa

Adedeji

Kehinde³

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The study is comparative on Koha usage in Bowen University and University of Ilorin Libraries. It adopted a descriptive survey research design. The sample size for the was 50 professional and para-professional librarians who usually make use of Koha Integrated Library System (ILS) at the University of Ilorin library and Bowen University Library (Timothy Olagbenro Library). The questionnaire, interview and observation were used as data collection instruments. The survey was validated while the reliability coefficient of the tool using Cronbach's Alpha found to have 0.746 correlation coefficient. The IBM SPSS version 21.0 used for the analysis of the questionnaire with simple frequency counts and percentage in tables. Similar reasons were for the adoption of Koha software in both institution libraries, and those justifications could be summarised based on philosophical and ethical reasons. The extent of Koha usage at the University of Ilorin Library is low while its usage is very high extent Kohaat the Bowen University Library. Also, findings showed that the usage of Koha software is effective and efficient in University of Ilorin library and Bowen University Library. Lastly, the two selected academic libraries are not without one or two challenges in the use of Koha. At the Bowen University Library, inadequate power supply and system crashing are the challenges affecting their usage of Koha. Whereas at the University of Ilorin library, insufficient workforce; high cost of maintenance; inadequate funding; lack of training and retraining of staff; and insufficient technical knowledge were the challenges faced in the practical usage of Koha ILS. Among other recommendations, the study recommended that university libraries should collaborate with ICT experts and bodies to develop personalised quality library software.

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Use of Koha-integrated library system by higher education institutions in Malawi

Chaputula

Kanyundo

2019

DLP

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to study the use of Koha integrated library system by higher education institutions in Malawi. Design/methodology/approach The study made use of the diffusion of innovation theory as an anchoring model. Data were collected using a survey questionnaire that was administered to library managers of higher education institutions registered with the National Council for Higher Education in Malawi. The data collected were analyzed using SPPS version 21 to generate descriptive statistics. Findings The findings revealed that 84.2 per cent of libraries in higher education institutions in Malawi are automated, and 81.3 per cent of them are using Koha ILS and the rest were using proprietary and other open source software. Cost and technical aspects have been discovered to be the primary factors that have assisted in the rapid diffusion of Koha. The study also exposed some factors that negatively impacted the use of Koha in the adopting institutions. The main ones included lack of information and communication technology infrastructure, unreliable Internet connectivity and limited finances. Originality/value Previously, some small-scale case studies have been performed to examine implementation of Koha in some higher education institutions in Malawi. However, this is the first large-scale attempt to investigate use of Koha among higher education institutions in the country. Findings that have shown that Koha can be installed easily and used at minimal cost could assist in its rapid adoption in the higher education institutions, a majority of whom face a myriad of financial challenges.

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Selection and use of KOHA software in two private Nigerian universities

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Koha enterprise resource planning system and its potential impact on information management organizations

Koha enterprise resource planning system and its potential impact on information management organizations

Comparative Study of Koha Usage in Bowen University and University of Ilorin Libraries

Use of Koha-integrated library system by higher education institutions in Malawi

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