Koha Data Migration
from Existing Library
Software
Already using another library management system? You don’t necessarily need to manually recreate your library database
Bibliographic records
Item & barcode data
Patron records
Accession details
Introduction
Moving to Koha Library Management System from an existing library software should not mean starting from scratch. Your bibliographic records, member information, circulation history and other important library data need to be transferred carefully to the new system.
2cqr provides complete Koha setup and data migration services to help libraries move from legacy library software to Koha with a structured and reliable implementation process.
Our team can assist with Koha installation, configuration, data preparation, migration and post migration verification, helping your library transition to Koha with minimal disruption to daily operations.
What Can be Migrated
Migration May Include
2cqr can assist with migrating existing library data into Koha, depending on the source system and available data format.
Bibliographic records
Item/copy information
Member/patron records
Classification and location information
Author and publisher information
Subject information
Accession details
Barcode information
Other supported library data
Our approach
Safe and Structured Data Migration
Data migration is one of the most important stages when implementing a new library management system.
Data Assessment
We first understand the existing library software, database structure and available data.
Data Preparation
Existing records are checked, cleaned and prepared for migration into the required Koha format.
Data Mapping
Fields from the existing system are mapped to the corresponding Koha fields.
Data Migration
The prepared data is transferred into the Koha system using an appropriate migration process.
Verification
Migrated records are checked to identify missing, duplicated or incorrectly mapped information.
Final Setup
After verification, the Koha environment is configured and prepared for library operations.
Why 2cqr?
Why Choose 2cqr for Koha Setup & Migration?
With extensive experience in library automation and RFID solutions, 2cqr provides reliable Koha setup and migration support tailored to your library’s needs.
Our approach Includes :
Complete Setup
Koha installation and configuration.
Data Migration
Smooth transfer of data from your existing library software.
Data Verification
Careful mapping and checking of migrated records.
Library Focused Setup
Configuration based on your library’s workflows.
RFID Integration
Support for using Koha with RFID based library automation.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Koha migration is the process of transferring library data from an existing library management system into Koha. Depending on the source system and available data, this may include bibliographic, item and patron records.
A properly planned migration process includes data preparation, mapping, migration and verification to minimise the risk of missing or incorrectly transferred records. A backup of the original database should always be maintained before migration.
The timeline depends on the size of the library database, quality of the existing data, source software and complexity of the migration.
Yes. Koha can be used as the library management system alongside RFID based library automation solutions. Integration requirements depend on the RFID system and implementation environment.