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Bibliographic & Metadata Services

We provide professional bibliographic and metadata services to help libraries organize, manage, and make their collections easily discoverable, using international standards and best practices.

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MARC21 Standard
RDA Framework
Classification DDC / LCC
Subject Headings LCSH / MeSH
Authority Control Names & Terms
Linked Data BIBFRAME

Knowledge Structured for a Greater Impact

Standards-Based Cataloging

Built around recognized cataloging rules, formats, and international metadata practices.

Authority Control

Reliable names, subjects, and access points that create stronger consistency across collections.

Multilingual Metadata

Arabic and English workflows designed to improve access for diverse communities.

Quality Assurance

Every record is reviewed for structure, discoverability, and long-term interoperability.

Our Bibliographic & Metadata Services

Comprehensive Solutions for All Types of Collections

From original cataloging to linked-data readiness, we help institutions build clean, discoverable, and standards-aligned metadata at scale.

Original Cataloging (Books, eBooks, and more)

Metadata Creation (Dublin Core, MODS, and more)

Serials Cataloging (Print and eJournals)

Multilingual Cataloging (Arabic / English)

Retrospective Cataloging

Cataloging for Special Collections

Authority Control (Names and Subjects)

Linked Data & BIBFRAME support

Classification (DDC, LCC, or custom)

Data Migration & Conversion

Subject Headings (LCSH, MeSH, and more)

Quality Control & Validation

Bibliographic Record Enhancement

Customized Workflows & Reports

Our Workflow

Our Workflow

A streamlined process for accurate and efficient bibliographic services.

01

Receive Materials

We receive your collection data, files, or physical processing requirements.

02

Analyze

Our specialists assess formats, standards, languages, and project goals.

03

Catalog & Enrich

Records are created, enhanced, classified, and aligned with the right metadata framework.

04

Quality Review

Each batch is validated for accuracy, consistency, and discovery performance.

05

Deliver

Final records, reports, and outputs are delivered in the format your systems need.

Standards & Formats We Support

Standards & Formats We Support

We work with international standards and metadata formats to meet your library requirements.

MARC21 Bibliographic
RDA Resource Description & Access
AACR2 Cataloging Rules
DDC Dewey Decimal Classification
LCC Library of Congress Classification
LCSH Subject Headings
MeSH Medical Subject Headings
Dublin Core Metadata Initiative
MODS Metadata Object Description
BIBFRAME Bibliographic Framework
Linked Data RDF / Ontologies
And More Standards & Formats
Value to Your Library

Value to Your Library

High-quality bibliographic and metadata services improve access, discovery, and the overall user experience.

Enhanced Discoverability

Users find what they need faster, with stronger precision across your catalog and digital services.

Consistent Metadata

Records remain clean, standardized, and interoperable across systems and formats.

Efficient Workflows

Your internal teams save time and can focus on user services, research support, and outreach.

Greater Impact

Rare, digital, and print collections gain stronger visibility and long-term institutional value.

Let's Organize Knowledge Together

Need Bibliographic or Metadata Support?

Contact our team to discuss your requirements and get a tailored solution for your library.

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