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AI-Powered Cataloguing

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17 July 2025

Addressing the growing need for innovation and automation in library cataloguing systems, this cutting-edge book teaches readers how to build AI-powered cataloguing apps using Microsoft Power Apps.
This authoritative guide provides a step-by-step approach to how cataloguing processes can be modernised by using artificial intelligence, featuring a major retrocataloguing project as the primary case study. Focusing on creating inclusive bibliographic records, this book will enable readers to train AI models, develop tools to improve efficiency and collection management and address challenges such as uncatalogued collections and the demand for more accessible, enriched metadata. Chapters include:
- An introduction to cataloguing and metadata
- Getting started with the Power Platform ecosystem
- Integrating artificial intelligence
- Building, deploying and maintaining the cataloguing app
With a focus on practical applications and user-friendly methodologies, this transformative book provides librarians, information professionals and data managers with an accessible guide to building their own automated cataloguing systems.

LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Library & Information Science / Cataloging & Classification, Artificial intelligence, COMPUTERS / Artificial Intelligence / General, Library, archive and information management, Library and information services, Bibliographic and subject control

As well as being a usefully practical guide to creating an online tool for cataloguing, Hannes’ book is an excellent primer for anyone interested in thinking about the future of cataloguing. His comprehensive text invites us all to improve our workflows and update our understanding of the potential for our metadata creation.
Introduction
Chapter 1: Cataloging Essentials
Chapter 2: Getting Started with the Power Platform ecosystem
Chapter 3: Leveraging AI for Cataloging in PowerApps
Chapter 4: Building Your Cataloging App
Chapter 5: Deploying and Maintaining the Cataloging App
Conclusion