RILA (Records of Information and Library Architecture)

RILA, or Records of Information and Library Architecture, is a structured framework used to describe and organize the design, management, and structure of information systems and library resources. It provides standardized guidelines for documenting how data, collections, and systems are built, ensuring clarity and consistency across different library and information environments. RILA helps professionals plan, evaluate, and communicate the architecture of complex information resources effectively, supporting better management, interoperability, and user access. In essence, it’s a professional toolbox for systematically understanding and describing how information is organized and maintained within libraries and related systems.