Software Requirements Specification
(SRS)
Library Management System
1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this SRS document is to define the requirements for the development of a
Library Management System (LMS) that manages book lending, cataloging, member
registrations, and overdue tracking.
1.2 Scope
The system will be used by librarians and members to manage library resources. Features
include user registration, book search, lending, returning, and overdue fine management.
1.3 Definitions, Acronyms, Abbreviations
LMS: Library Management System
ISBN: International Standard Book Number
SRS: Software Requirements Specification
1.4 References
None.
1.5 Overview
This document outlines the system features, functional and non-functional requirements,
and constraints of the LMS.
2. Overall Description
2.1 Product Perspective
The LMS will be a web-based system, accessible to both library staff and members, and can
integrate with barcode scanning systems for book identification.
2.2 Product Functions
- Add/update/delete books
- Register/manage users
- Issue and return books
- Generate overdue reports
- Search book catalog
2.3 User Characteristics
Users include librarians (administrators) and registered members with varying degrees of
technical expertise.
2.4 Constraints
The system must support simultaneous access and should be hosted on a secure server.
2.5 Assumptions and Dependencies
Requires reliable internet access and browser compatibility.
3. Specific Requirements
3.1 Functional Requirements
- FR1: The system shall allow users to search for books by title, author, or ISBN.
- FR2: The system shall allow librarians to add or remove books.
- FR3: The system shall track the issuance and return of books.
- FR4: The system shall manage member registrations and profiles.
- FR5: The system shall calculate and display overdue fines.
3.2 Non-Functional Requirements
- NFR1: The system shall provide response times under 3 seconds.
- NFR2: The system shall ensure data security and backup.
- NFR3: The system interface shall be user-friendly and accessible.
3.3 Interface Requirements
User Interface: Dashboard for members and librarians.
Software Interface: Integration with external database systems.
Communication Interface: HTTPS for secure access.
4. Appendices
Appendix A: Sample user interface mockups.
Appendix B: Book category classification list.