Universal Knowledge Software (Pty) Ltd. is the premier leader in library and information management software in Africa. Our success is built on thirty years of specialising in the library industry. Our strengths lie in our business acumen, professionalism, collective innovation & trusted methodology.
At UKS we are renowned for the wide range of value-added services we offer to libraries throughout Africa from our offices in Johannesburg
We provide database & operating support as well as comprehensive application support to an installed base of more than 700 libraries across different institutions, with over 3000 concurrent users.
UKS provides our customers with total library & document management solutions.
UKS aims to become the LEADING INNOVATION PARTNER for the library sector in Africa
We believe in the power of libraries which transform, improve, and enrich our communities. We recognize the importance of libraries and want to help them thrive. It is our goal to support libraries as they evolve in an increasingly digital world.
UKS is dedicated in bringing the focus to the library, and keeping it there. We are always looking for ways to help libraries engage with their communities to cement their value. We provide libraries with the tools to help fulfil their vision.
UKS commits to creating the Best Library User Experience (BLUE). Whether it’s staff or patron, we always have the end-user in mind. BLUE is what pushes us to continue growing, creating and developing software and services for libraries.
Our software and services are open and flexible so libraries can connect to other vendors of their choice. Throughout the years UKS has made strong connections with content providers from all over the globe. We believe their input is crucial to the creation of useful, intuitive tools.
