Last modified: 2024-02-23
Abstract
The ability to maximize technology in library management is important to streamline library services. This study discusses the use of Microsoft Access in the process of cataloging and classifying library materials. This study will evaluate the effectiveness and ease of use of Microsoft Access in the context of library material management. The purpose of this study is to facilitate librarians in cataloging, classifying, and assisting in circulation services at MAS Alkhairaat Pusat Palu School. This research method uses a descriptive qualitative method which is used to describe the process of inputting library materials into Microsoft Access to find out the extent of their attention to the management of library materials in the library. Data collection techniques used are observation, interviews, and documentation, while data analysis techniques are carried out by data reduction, data presentation, and data verification. This study found that the access Microsoft used in the MAS Alkhairaat Central Palu school library has been utilized properly according to its function and carried out as much as possible. The results found can explain how library materials are inputted into Microsoft Access to find out how important it is to maintain library resources. In the process of its application, several obstacles were found that resulted in the utilization process not be organized properly, one of which was the minimal availability of computers. This study concludes that, Microsoft Access has the potential and advantages in improving the efficiency of library material management systems that save time and minimize budgets.