CATALOGUE
Catalogue Guidance
Help users find catalogue and collection information where connected.
AI KIOSKS · SELF-SERVICE · INFORMATION
AI-Powered Kiosks for Libraries & Research Centers
Create an interactive information point for catalogue guidance, facility wayfinding, approved research resources and library service journeys.
TOUCH + AIGuided self-service interaction
CONFIGURABLEContent, workflow and branding by project
CONNECTEDIntegrations subject to technical review
RIFE AI KIOSKS
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PURPOSE-BUILT SELF-SERVICE
Make institutional knowledge easier to navigate.
A library kiosk can act as a virtual information guide while circulation, authentication and research access remain tied to approved institutional systems.
APPLICATIONS
Build the kiosk around the user journey
The useful kiosk is the one that removes friction from a specific journey while keeping approvals, privacy and system boundaries clear.
WAYFINDING
Facility Wayfinding
Guide visitors to sections, rooms and services.
RESEARCH
Research Information
Surface approved databases, guides and institutional resources.
SERVICES
Service Guidance
Explain approved borrowing, membership and support processes.
VIRTUAL LIBRARIAN
Help users discover where to look next
The kiosk can guide users toward approved resources and services without pretending to replace librarians or research judgement.
- Catalogue navigation
- Facility directions
- Approved research resources
- Staff escalation
INSTITUTIONAL SYSTEMS
Connect circulation and identity only when supported
Self-service circulation or authenticated access requires explicit integration with the institution’s systems and policies.
- Catalogue interface review
- Authentication scope defined
- Privacy-aware data handling
- Manual fallback
HOW IT WORKS
A controlled path from question to action
01
Ask
User asks or selects a library/research need.
02
Search
Kiosk uses approved catalogue or knowledge sources.
03
Guide
Present location, resource or process information.
04
Escalate
Complex research or account issues go to staff.
USE CASES
Typical deployment areas
University Libraries
Catalogue and campus library guidance.
Research Centres
Approved resource discovery.
Public Libraries
Facility and service information.
Archives
Visitor guidance and collection orientation.
PROJECT CONFIGURATION
Confirm the exact software, hardware and integration scope
Capabilities depend on the approved workflow, selected kiosk configuration and available system interfaces.
Catalogue accessSubject to supported catalogue interface
Research sourcesInstitution-approved only
CirculationProject-specific integration
AuthenticationNot assumed; reviewed per system
LanguagesSelected per project
WayfindingConfigured from approved floor/section data
FAQ
Questions before you plan a deployment
Can the kiosk search our library catalogue?
Yes when the catalogue platform provides a supported, approved interface.
Can it check books in or out?
Circulation workflows require explicit integration with the library system and suitable hardware; they are not assumed by default.
Can it answer research questions?
It can guide users toward approved resources and institutional information. Complex research support remains with qualified staff.
Can it show maps?
Yes, approved floor and section maps can be included.
REQUEST A DEMO
Plan your AI-Powered Kiosks for Libraries & Research Centers deployment.
Share the site, user journey, required information, languages and systems that should be connected. RIFE can structure the suitable project configuration.