Project Requirements and Infrastructure

 This section includes a comprehensive description of the infrastructure and requirements necessary for project implementation, including:

1. The infrastructure and facilities to be provided by the National Library.
2. The infrastructure and facilities to be provided by participating libraries.
3. The infrastructure and facilities to be funded. The project requirements include the following:

• Human resources at the Jordanian Center for the Unified Index.
• It is worth noting that the currently viable option is the use of cloud computing, which entails hosting the information system/software and data on cloud servers.
• Providing a dedicated Data Center that includes a backup storage system and servers to host and operate the Unified Jordanian Index.
• Integrated software for managing authority files and holdings records according to the technical specifications deemed appropriate by the Technical Committee.
• Software packages for managing the Center's operations.
• Personal computers.
• Printers.
• Networking equipment (routers, firewall software, modems, switches, high-capacity storage equipment, and search equipment).
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems (batteries and power generators).
• Internet connectivity.
• Copiers and scanners.
• Communication devices.
• Air conditioning units for temperature and environmental control.
• Personnel (management and technicians), including full-time and part-time staff.
• Periodic (annual) maintenance for hardware, equipment, and software.
• Financial remunerations.