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Used by some of the largest libraries in the world, CARL.X is a next generation Library System that introduces new dimensions of finding, learning, and self-service.

Developed by The Library Corporation (TLC) CARL.X is ideally suited to your library consortium or medium to large public library.

Showcasing libraries' strengths and freeing staff for core library functions, CARL.X provides real time cognitive impact by using meta-search options, fast graphical presentation of search results, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities.

In addition, CARL.X uses contemporary database technology to solve the most fundamental problems of public access catalogues:

• Where library systems used to require spelling skills to find the best materials, CARL.X asks for rough ideas and approximate spelling to guide the user to relevant materials.
• Where users were unsure of how to state a query, CARL.X will display related terms, headings, formats, and other dimensions that simulate the most skillful reference interview.
• Where search technologies good for free text (e.g. relevance ranking) can be boring when applied to MARC records, CARL.X unfolds the power of MARC metadata for the user in the most accessible way.

CARL.X features open architecture, multi-tiered platform options, and robust, industry standard functionality.

The CARL.X tiered architecture segments the Presentation, Business Logic and DBMS layers. This ensures that software components operate identically across all platforms. Tiered architecture is based on open-systems design concepts and enables easy feature enhancement and straightforward integration of new technologies.

In addition to rich functional core applications, CARL.X offers the best of what you expect in a next generation library system. Recent developments like Online Selection & Acquisitions and CARL.Decision (data warehouse) integrate into CARL.X to offer customized functionality that makes staff workflows and mining data easier and more efficient. CARL.X's features and flexibility adapt to the way you want to work.

For over 25 years, CARL has partnered with busy libraries to provide simple, elegant interfaces, streamlined backroom workflows, and high transaction processing.

CARL.X is based on CARL.Solution®. Now, medium to large public libraries and consortia can leverage the mature, sophisticated features of CARL.Solution on an affordable UNIX®/Oracle® platform, with Linux/Oracle as the next planned platform.

CARL.Solution libraries include Wellington Public Library (NZ) Baltimore County Public Library, Chicago Public Library, Phoenix Public Library, and the National Library Board of Singapore.

Contact DA Library Technologies for more information on Integrated Library Management Systems - ILMS products or CARL.X

For smaller Public Libraries, we offer Library.Solution, a turnkey, integrated library automation system designed with the familiar look and feel of Windows® and Web interfaces. Rich in features, easy to use, and low in maintenance, Library.Solution is the best automation solution for your small public library.

Contact DA Library Technologies for more information on Integrated Library Management Systems - ILMS products or Library.Solution

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