DigiTool

DigiTool, offered by Ex Libris, is a digital asset management and preservation solution that aims to assist libraries of all sizes in preserving and showcasing their collection of assets in a simplified and collaborative manner. According to the vendor, DigiTool is widely used by libraries, academic institutions, research institutions, cultural heritage organizations, and museums for efficient management and preservation of their digital assets.

Key Features

Comprehensive Preservation and Risk Management: According to the vendor, DigiTool is built in accordance with leading industry preservation standards such as OAIS, PREMIS, and METS, with the goal of ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of digital assets.

Knowledge Base of Formats: DigiTool offers a community-driven Format Library knowledge base that provides information about formats, applications, technical metadata extractors, and risks. This feature is designed to assist libraries in understanding and managing the various formats of their digital assets.

Variety of Viewers: DigiTool provides a range of out-of-the-box delivery viewers for different types of digital assets. The vendor states that it also allows for easy addition of new viewers, thereby increasing accessibility for users.

Storage Neutrality: DigiTool includes a built-in Storage Abstraction Layer that protects storage investments and leverages existing storage solutions. According to the vendor, this feature ensures flexibility and compatibility with different storage systems.

Fast Time-to-Value: The vendor claims that DigiTool comes with out-of-the-box configurations, pre-installed tools, and extensions, which enable quick implementation and immediate benefits. It is intended to reduce the time and effort required to start using the solution.

Business-Logic-Driven Workflows: DigiTool allows libraries to define their own rules and workflows to meet their specific business needs. According to the vendor, this feature provides flexible and advanced configuration options.

Open Platform - Flexible, Customizable, and Extendable: The vendor claims that DigiTool is a truly open platform with a wealth of APIs, plug-ins, and open interfaces. This enables integration with third-party solutions and tools, extending the core functionalities of Rosetta.

Highly Scalable: DigiTool is designed to provide a scalable infrastructure to manage ever-growing digital collections. The vendor states that it can be implemented as a small-scale institutional architecture and expanded as needed.

Consolidated Digital Asset Management and Preservation: According to the vendor, DigiTool eliminates duplicate processes and administration by consolidating siloed digital asset management and preservation operations. It aims to maintain data consistency and streamline workflows.

Consortium Support: DigiTool offers a cost-effective solution for consortia, allowing institutions to share resources and workflows while maintaining data segregation. The vendor claims that it enables collaboration and resource sharing among multiple institutions.