System Features
Content Management:
Institutions can upload and manage resources like theses, final year projects, archives, exam papers, proceedings, conference papers, and datasets.
Digital Rights Management (DRM):
Resources are protected using a proprietary DRM system, allowing institutions to set permissions. This can restrict access to institution members, enabling them to read resources via onboard readers while prohibiting downloads.
Revenue Generation:
Institutions have the option to allow external subscriptions to their resources, creating a revenue stream.
Formats Supported:
The platform supports EPUB, PDF, .mp3, .wav, and .mp4 formats for content.
Integration with External Databases:
ProV Database integrates with databases from leading publishers like Wiley and World Scientific. It can also integrate with other systems as needed.
Metadata Indexing:
Utilizes Solr for powerful metadata indexing, improving resource discoverability.
Library System Integration:
ProV Database can integrate with library management systems like Koha ILS, providing discovery services or unified search experiences for users.
User Account Management:
Supports Single Sign-On (SSO) integration with systems like Active Directory, Google OAuth (via SAML 2.0), and LDAP.
Analytics and Reporting:
Captures user activity logs for detailed analysis and reporting. Future updates will include AI capabilities for advanced analytics.
Mobile App:
ProV Database offers a mobile app for seamless access, enabling users to search and interact with resources via their devices.
Customizability and Scalability:
It allows customization to meet specific institutional needs and is scalable for various types of institutions, including schools, universities, and special libraries.
Subscribing to External Databases on ProV Database
ProV Database effortlessly connects with top-tier databases from renowned publishers like Wiley, World Scientific, and McGraw Hill, ensuring your institution has access to a wealth of high-quality academic content.
Integrating Local Author/Researcher Information
Includes a comprehensive author and researcher database. This feature allows authors and researchers affiliated with the local institution to link directly to their work, such as theses, conference papers, and datasets. facilitates better visibility and accessibility of their research, promoting academic collaboration and enhancing the institution’s scholarly impact.