Library Open Workflows (LibOW) represents a significant development in library automation, offering a platform that prioritizes flexible, user-driven workflow creation within a no-code environment.
Library Open Workflows is a no-code/low-code tool that lets Alma’s library management system users automate tasks and build custom integrations using a simple drag-and-drop interface. As a subscription-based solution, it makes it easy to connect APIs, webhooks, Cloud apps, forms, external systems and even AI models, without needing advanced coding skills or development tools. With LibOW, you can create automated workflows in minutes, streamlining operations and saving valuable time.
That flexibility quickly translated into practical wins at Bavarian State Library. One of the most popular examples was a workflow related to PO Lines. According to Peter Heller, System Librarian, Bavarian State Library:
“It was quick to build, but saved my colleagues a number of mouse clicks every time they dealt with an item. One coworker even thanked me with a box of chocolates — it showed just how meaningful these small automations can be.”
Peter Heller, System Librarian, Bavarian State Library