GMInvent is the only publisher to offer a unique platform, clients are part of a community. The platform is exclusively available in a SaaS model constantly upgrading. The burden of technical maintenance is completely taken in charge : servers exploitation, performance levels and security management, compliance with norms in constant evolution etc.

   UNIQUE PLATEFORM

GMInvent will share processes to render the following tasks automatic :  

• Obsolete patron data removal
• Obsolete record removal
• Data archival
• Statistical report creation and archival
• Online resources data update
• And more such as shared serial editing and enriched content

  HOSTING

We ensure a high quality hosting of the application and your data. For that we rely on the infrastructure of OVH cloud available on four continents.

• Protection plan, data duplication, back up plan,  server redundancy
• Intelligent management through autoscaling, geographical repartition of servers, silo architecture
• Performances, certified by our real-time supervisions

 ALL INCLUDED SUSBSCRIPTION

Subscription to the service answers your every need !

It includes :

• Hosting
• Maintenance
• Support
• Upgrades and updates
• And more such as links with RFID tools, digital content, public computer access on site etc.

Choosing a subscription to BGM also means :

• Cost transparency
• Automatic renewal of the subscription (no licenses), new functions immediately included, no need to pay for new services.

Individual dashboards made of built-in or staff-built widgets will allow users to display statistics about daily operations or complex activity. A powerful tool for decision making ans tasks follow-up.

• Compliance with ISO and Afnor standards for data collection and integration
• Data programming and crossing
• More than 300 built-in widgets

• Budget and market management

   

Choosing BGM also means :

• Automatic production of accurate reports is a real time saver and avoids staff the tedious tasks of collecting and comparing statistical data.
• The immediate display of the results encourages initiative and responsibility ; it allows quick decision making to take corrective measures to ensure performance and fluid workflow.
• Data analysis is made on long-term established criteria from the professional community allowing reliable comparisons.
• The production of reports is either based on templates (official reports ) or individual configuration (staff) allowing customisable widgets.

GMInvent is fully involved in the bibliographic transition whose objective is to expose libraries catalogues in Linked data in the steps of two main bibliographic agencies (Abes et BnF).
The bibliographic database applies the LRM- FRBR model(Library Reference Model- Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records) and the new standards (RDA-FR, Intermarc NG) and their evolutions.

• GMInvent's presentation during the professional seminar on 22nd november 2024 can be watched through this link
• Read the report of the workshop animated by GMInvent at the ABF seminar : https://www.transition-bibliographique.fr/17-03-09_compte_rendu_de_latelier_bgm_de_gminvent

 INTEROPERABILITY

• Configurable direct data collection from institutional third parties (catalogue.bnf.fr, data.bnf.fr, Gallica, SUDOC and VIAF) to ensure complete coherence and compatibility between databases. Automatic procedures perform all catalogues update meanwhile preserving local data and enriched contents.
• Automatic enrichment of patrons' adresses through local government shared data.
• The BGM application is open and compatible with all other solutions, interfacing and connectors are free :  RFID applications, patron computer service environments online resources etc.

  BGM LAYERS

BGM is a unique platform for all its users, all clients. This is made possible thanks to an exclusive function at the heart of our LMS : data and record management from any base displayed through layers. A colour code allows you to identify at first glance staff modifications and add-ups to the record.

This function guarantees compatibility and harmony of your catalogue :

• Automatic data import (records and authorities) from online resources
• Long-term saving of local data and enriched content

GMInvent imagined and created a modern LMS that adapts to libraries real-time and future needs. A full solution to manage all types of situations, from small town libraries to big cities groups.

The software’s interface and design is conceived by GMI’s engineers and in use in  Montreal, Brussells and Geneva. Processes follow a natural logic making it user-friendly with colours, icons, easy and intuitive browsing and customisable dashboards.

Say goodbye to modules !

Choosing BGM also means :

• Automation of tedious and repetitive processes to allow staff to focus on technical tasks, patrons relations, digital mediation and enriching content.
• Getting familiar with the application in no time whatever the user’s profile or level of responsibility.
• Enhancing intellectual tasks such as enriching content, communication and information circulation between staff members to share expertise and skills.