Establishing Institutional Repository in IIM Calcutta : A Study of DSpace

Abstract

This paper deals with the practical experiences of establishing IIM Calcutta Institutional Repository using an open-source software DSpace. It will act as a user manual for professionals who want to develop their repository. From beginning to end, the whole process & steps have been divided into three core units. The 1st unit explains the requirement of hardware & software with their compatible versions & step-by-step commands for installing DSpace. The unit also shows the workflow of user interface customizations with their suitable script both in JSPUI & XMLUI mode. This unit has revealed the script for the complete outgoing email server configuration. In the 2nd unit, the steps of creating & designing the communities, sub-communities, collections & metadata entry with full text comes. The unit also includes the steps of bulk data import & export from the admin site. The configuration of global IP mapping and SSL integration with the Tomcat server has also been shown, and the repository is now globally accessible with a secure connection. The access control policy and specific right to any collection have been discussed in this unit. The 3rd unit mainly focuses on each problem or error practically faced during the development stage & the suitable solutions, which will make the professionals more aware from the beginning so that they will not panic or ignore the errors. This unit also discusses the necessary steps for backup and restoration. However, this paper is a comprehensive guide for all the users who want to develop their repository using DSpace.