Strengthening Systems, Streamlining Success-Annual Meeting on KOHA & Library Operations
“Efficient systems build empowered institutions.”
The Annual Meeting on KOHA and Library Operations was successfully held at the Regional Office and conducted by Sir Basim Ahmed. The session aimed at reviewing the effective use of the KOHA Library Management System and strengthening overall library procedures to ensure clarity, transparency and efficiency across campuses.
We are proud to share that our esteemed librarians, Ms. Humaira Fahad and Sir Tahir, represented BCLR at this significant professional gathering. Their active participation and valuable input reflected BCLR’s commitment to continuous growth and operational excellence.
Participants were divided into collaborative groups, each selecting a unique team name. The teams presented their discussion points, highlighted challenges faced in library operations, and proposed practical solutions. This interactive format encouraged meaningful dialogue and shared learning.
A structured Question & Answer sheet on KOHA and library procedures was completed collectively, ensuring clarity of processes and alignment in practices across the region.
Key Areas Discussed:
📌 KOHA management
📌 Procurement procedures
📌 GRN processing
📌 Disposal guidelines
📌 Future library book demand planning
The session remained highly interactive, informative and solution-oriented, reinforcing the importance of coordination and structured systems in library management.
Through such collaborative platforms, we continue to enhance operational effectiveness and build stronger, more organized learning environments.