Contents of the Add/Edit Resource Screen
The Add/Edit Resource screen displays the following fields.
Contents
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name |
Enter the name of the resource, such as the book or video title. |
| Type |
Select the medium used to deliver the resource (audio book, book, and so on). If you need to add a new resource type, see the “Add a Resource Type” section for help. |
| Description |
Enter a description of the contents of the resource. |
| Author |
Enter the author’s name. |
| Co-Author |
Enter the co-author’s name, if any. |
| Publisher |
Enter the publisher’s name. |
| Publication Year |
Enter the year of publication. |
| ISBN |
Enter the book’s ISBN (International Standards Book Number). Each edition and publication type (e-book, paperback, hardcover, and so on) has a unique ISBN. |
| Copies |
Enter the number of copies of this resource in your library. |
| Checkout Interval (days) |
Enter the number of days that an employee can check out and keep the resource. |
| Allow Waiting List |
Select this option if you want to maintain a waiting list for this resource. If an employee requests the resource, but there are no copies available, the employee’s name will be placed automatically on the waiting list. |
| Scan No. |
If your organization has a scanning inventory system, enter the scan number. |
| Presentation Method |
Select the mode of delivery (instructor led, self-paced, and so on). |
| Competency Categories |
Select the competencies (communication skills, adaptability, and so on) that an employee should expect to gain from using this resource. Generally, a core competency is an ability that everyone in an organization is expected to have and on which they are rated. A job competency is relevant to a specific job title or role.
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