Clients

Mumbai

Alpaiwalla Museum Library in Mumbai, a repository of rare Parsi and Gujarati heritage works, became the focus of a collaborative project with KMLC to catalogue its archival book collection, comprising primarily Gujarati works alongside English titles. The project emphasized careful transliteration of Gujarati texts to ensure accuracy and accessibility.

Impact: This initiative preserved a unique heritage collection and made it more discoverable, ensuring that future generations can access and engage with the museum's rich cultural legacy.

Ahmedabad

Arthshila – Takshila's Centre for Architecture, Design and Craft was envisioned as a hub for lectures, seminars, workshops, exhibitions, and screenings, complemented by a curated reference library.

KMLC provided end-to-end expertise for Arthashila's curated reference library, including collection development, implementation of software and guidance on layout and design.

Impact: The completed library integrated technology, functionality, and aesthetics, supporting Arthashila's mission to foster creativity and knowledge.

Santiniketan

Arthshila Santiniketan, part of the Takshila Educational Society, is envisioned as a state-of-the-art cultural and educational hub.

KMLC implemented library automation and catalogued both the book and film collections, while also training staff and providing ongoing support.

Impact: A modern, professionally managed library was established, enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and enriching Arthshila’s role as a vibrant centre for learning, culture, and the arts.

Mumbai

Dhruva Advisors offers a wide range of services in the tax and regulatory space to clients in India and worldwide.

KMLC supported Dhruva Advisors in building up its Mumbai office library by bringing together the collection and undertaking systematic cataloguing. The project included software installation, classification of resources, shelf arrangement and journal binding.

Impact: The library provided Dhruva Advisors with a well-organized, accessible, and professionally managed knowledge resource.

Bhopal

Ektara Resource Centre in Bhopal is a vibrant initiative dedicated to promoting children's literature and fostering creative learning through books, activities, and community engagement.

KMLC delivered a state-of-the-art library setup with KOHA software and catalogued books and periodicals. Staff were trained to ensure smooth operations.

Impact: The project created a modern, technology-enabled knowledge hub, improving accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability of library services for the Bhopal community.

Pune

HiFi Library & SkillUp Zone in Pune is a dynamic community space that blends a modern library with diverse skill-building programs, offering resources, workshops, and activities designed to inspire learning and creativity.

KMLC provided end-to-end expertise in setting up the entire library ecosystem. This included curating and developing the collection, guiding the architectural layout and design, implementing cataloguing and classification systems, and establishing user-friendly processes for accessibility. KMLC also supported marketing and outreach to ensure the space became a vibrant destination for the community.

Impact: By combining a thoughtfully designed library with diverse skill-building programs and effective community engagement, HiFi Library & SkillUp Zone became a cultural anchor in Pune—one that inspires curiosity, nurtures talent, and fosters a lifelong love of learning.

Mumbai

ICICI Bank is India's largest private sector bank, offering a wide range of financial services to corporate and retail customers.

KMLC's expertise supported multiple archival initiatives:

Studio Library: Over 15,000 video clippings were reviewed, archived, summarized, and tagged with a user-friendly thesaurus for easy retrieval.

Magazine Archives: Coverage of ICICI Bank and its leadership was digitized, catalogued, and keyword assigned.

Newspaper Archives: A database of articles from national and regional newspapers was created, scanned, and stored digitally with fixed keywords.

Impact: The archives provided ICICI Bank with a comprehensive, searchable record of its media presence, ensuring efficient access to information.

Mumbai

IL&FS Education is the social infrastructure initiative of IL&FS India, offering comprehensive learning solutions for diverse audiences.

KMLC partnered with IL&FS Education to establish school libraries in rural Lonavala and Solapur. Books in English, Hindi, and Marathi were selected for simplicity and engagement, and a user-friendly catalogue was designed for teachers.

Impact: The libraries fostered a culture of reading and knowledge in rural communities, making learning accessible and inspiring.

Mumbai

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services.

KMLC reviewed and upgraded KPMG India's library system. Services included collection development, software enhancement, classification system design, barcoding, layout redesign and documentation of procedures.

Impact: The upgraded library delivered greater efficiency and streamlined access to authentic information for professionals across the country.

Mumbai

MCubed Library (Maharashtra Mitra Mandal Public Library) in Mumbai was envisioned as a vibrant community library, beginning with a dedicated children's collection.

KMLC took on the challenge of setting up the Children's Library within just two months. The work included installing library software, adapting the abridged Dewey Decimal Classification, devising a color-coding scheme to organize books by age group, and cataloguing the collection. At the same time, the physical space was transformed—shelves were installed, walls painted by Warli artists, and membership forms, identity cards, and promotional material were designed and distributed. Community participation was actively encouraged, with schoolchildren assisting in stamping and preparing books for circulation.

On the first anniversary of the children's collection, KMLC expanded the library to include a 16+ collection, making MCubed a full-fledged library catering to readers of all ages.

Impact: MCubed Library has grown into a dynamic cultural space, combining professional systems with community involvement. It now serves as a welcoming hub for both young and adult readers, fostering a love of books and learning across generations.

Mumbai

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) operates a nation-wide electronic market, offering trading in capital, derivatives, and currency segments.

KMLC undertook a comprehensive revamp of the NSE Library, introducing a collection development policy, book ordering, classification, weeding, documentation and subscription management.

Impact: The modernized library provided NSE professionals with streamlined access to up-to-date resources in both print and digital formats.

Mumbai

Nehru Centre, Mumbai, is a unique organization established to promote the ideals of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Its objectives include fostering science, new social values, national integration, self-reliance, and a rational outlook on life.

KMLC automated the Nehru Centre Library catalogue of over 20,000 books, bound volumes, and clippings using KOHA software. Journal articles were linked to catalogue entries and Google Books integration enriched metadata.

Impact: The upgraded library offered a modern, user-friendly system that enhanced research and learning with seamless access to resources.

Mumbai

KMLC organized and systematized a private collection of over 3,000 books belonging to a CEO. The collection was catalogued, classified, and made accessible using open-source software.

Impact: The once-scattered assortment was transformed into a structured, searchable, and professionally managed personal library.

Puducherry

The Residency Towers – Puducherry is part of The Residency group, a collection of boutique hotels across South India.

KMLC created a five-star hotel library in the lobby of The Residency Towers. Coffee table books on Indian history, culture, and leisure were curated.

Impact: The distinctive library experience enriched the hotel's ambiance, offering guests a refined blend of hospitality and heritage.

Lonavala

Established in 2001, Ryewood International School is recognized as one of the leading schools in Lonavala.

KMLC set up a state-of-the-art library for Ryewood International School. A tailored classification scheme was implemented, shelf arrangements were designed, and non-professional staff were trained.

Impact: The new library provided a scalable knowledge hub that supported academic excellence and ensured sustainability.

Mumbai

Shapoorji Pallonji is one of India's leading construction giants with global operations and a rich legacy of over 150 years, making it the country's oldest construction company.

KMLC revamped the library at Shapoorji Pallonji's headquarters. The Dewey Decimal Classification was implemented to organize books on civil engineering, construction, architecture, and management.

Impact: The upgraded library offered a modern, efficient, and well-structured knowledge resource for professionals.

Mumbai

Shikha Academy in Mumbai is an IB-focused school committed to holistic and inquiry-driven learning.

KMLC developed a core library collection and implemented cataloguing systems tailored to the IB curriculum. A thoughtfully curated new collection was established and comprehensive rules documented.

Impact: A modern, inclusive library was established to support the IB curriculum and foster learning.

Dharampur

Shrimad Rajchandra Mission in Dharampur is a spiritual ashram dedicated to humanitarian service, education, and the promotion of Jain values.

KMLC collaborated with the Mission to design and deliver a world-class library. Services included software selection and installation, layout guidance, and documentation.

Impact: A modern, technology-enabled library was established, enhancing accessibility and user experience.

Mumbai

St Joseph's Convent Primary School in Bandra, Mumbai is a respected institution dedicated to nurturing young learners with strong academic and moral foundations.

KMLC transformed the school's manual library system by installing software, cataloguing the collection, and implementing a user-friendly classification scheme. Staff were trained for independent operation.

Impact: The digital library empowered staff and students with modern, accessible experience.

Mumbai

The Blossom Sunderbai Thackersey English High School in Mumbai is a well-established institution dedicated to providing quality education and holistic development for its students.

KMLC implemented Koha software and migrated the library's books and patron records. Circulation rules, fines, and reporting features were customized for daily operations.

Impact: The school's library was transformed into a modern, technology-enabled hub with improved efficiency and accessibility.

Navi Mumbai

Youth for Unity and Voluntary Action (YUVA) is a voluntary development organization dedicated to supporting and empowering marginalized communities, with a strong focus on human rights.

KMLC automated the catalogue of YUVA's reference library comprising over 12,000 books, reports, and journals using open-source software.

Impact: The upgraded library provided seamless access to information and supported YUVA's mission to empower marginalized communities.