A New Era for Library Standards Documentation
ISBDM represents a groundbreaking shift in how IFLA presents and maintains its standards. Built on modern web technologies, this platform offers librarians, archivists, and catalogers an intuitive, searchable, and multilingual experience that adapts to your needs.
What Makes ISBDM Different
Entity-Based Cataloging
ISBDM implements the IFLA Library Reference Model (LRM) for manifestations, providing a modern foundation for describing bibliographic resources in an interconnected, semantic web-ready format.
Smart Navigation
Every element is just two clicks away. Navigate through hierarchical relationships, cross-references, and semantic connections with an intuitive interface designed for cataloging professionals.
Living Documentation
Unlike static PDFs, ISBDM evolves with your needs. Updates are instant, examples are interactive, and the entire standard adapts to how you use it - with collapsible sections and smart search.
Why This New Approach Matters
🔍 Instant Access
Find any element, stipulation, or example in seconds with powerful search capabilities. No more scrolling through PDFs or flipping through printed pages.
🌐 Truly Multilingual
Switch seamlessly between English, French, Spanish, and German. Every element maintains its context and relationships across languages.
🔗 Interconnected Knowledge
Navigate relationships between elements effortlessly. See how manifestations connect to other LRM entities with just a click.
📱 Works Everywhere
Access ISBDM from any device - desktop, tablet, or mobile. The responsive design ensures a perfect experience on any screen size.
Powered by Docusaurus: The Future of Documentation
This ISBDM site demonstrates how modern documentation platforms can transform the way we interact with library standards. Built with Docusaurus, it offers:
Lightning Fast
Static site generation means pages load instantly. No waiting for servers or databases.
Version Control
Track every change, compare versions, and maintain a complete history of standard evolution.
Community Driven
Enable collaborative editing and review processes with built-in commenting and contribution workflows.
Customizable
Adapt the look and feel to match IFLA branding while maintaining accessibility standards.
Rich Components
Interactive tables, diagrams, and examples that make complex relationships easy to understand.
Dark Mode
Reduce eye strain with automatic dark mode support for comfortable reading in any environment.
Ready to Explore?
Discover how ISBDM reimagines bibliographic standards for the digital age. See how this approach could transform all IFLA documentation.