Technical Aspects of Managing a Large-Scale ETD Repository - Insights from Shodhganga
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2023-11-17
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INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar
Abstract
The Due to technological advancement in recent years, Electronic Theses and Dissertations
(ETDs) are becoming increasingly popular. On the other hand, due to the complexities
associated with it, managing and maintaining large-scale ETD repositories is also becoming
a challenging task. This paper thoroughly explores the multifaceted challenges associated
with the management of a large-scale ETD repository, drawing invaluable insights from the
experience of Shodhganga. It examines critical areas such as the selection of the platform
and technology, software customization, workflow orchestration, quality control, userfriendliness,
performance optimization, security measures and redundancy and backup
strategies.
The paper not only highlights the complexities posed by these challenges but also presents
innovative and effective solutions to address them. It emphasizes the importance of choosing
the right platform and technology for scalability and performance. It also discusses the
significance of software customization for academic institutions. Workflow efficiency, quality
control, and user-friendly interfaces are highlighted for repository integrity and accessibility.
Performance optimization, security measures, and redundancy strategies are detailed to
protect academic content and ensure availability in unexpected situations.
This paper will serve as a valuable resource for institutions and organizations tasked with
managing large-scale ETD repositories. By understanding these challenges and implementing
the suggested solutions, repository managers can facilitate the seamless dissemination of
academic research.
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26th International Symposium, ETD 2023, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 26-28 October, 2023
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ETD Challenges, Large-scale repository, Managing ETDs, Shodhganga