Library Technology Guides

Jacksonville Public Library upgrades library systems with Polaris and Vega Discover. Innovative, from Clarivate, announce that Jacksonville Public Library has selected the Polaris Integrated Library System and Vega Discover to support its ongoing commitment to excellent service and community engagement. [Full Announcement].

Join the IUG Hackathon, April 12. Innovative, from Clarivate, invites IUG members to participate in an annual Hackathon, held on April 12, the day before the IUG Conference begins. This fast-paced, collaborative event brings together individuals and teams to build creative solutions for Polaris or Sierra while competing for awards, recognition, and bragging rights. [Full Announcement].

Troy Public Library elevates user experience with Vega Discover. Innovative, from Clarivate, is thrilled to announce that Troy Public Library in Michigan has gone live with Vega Discover, the next-generation library catalog experience designed to make discovery intuitive, engaging, and personalized for every patron. This exciting upgrade brings a modern, user-friendly search interface to the community – simplifying how readers explore the library's rich collections. Vega Discover's advanced search tools, format roll-ups, personalized bookshelves, and interactive features will help patrons find what they want faster and dive deeper into new topics of interest. [Full Announcement].

Vega Mobile Worklists now available for Sierra. Innovative, from Clarivate, is proud to announce the launch of Vega Mobile Worklists, a new staff-facing mobile application and the latest addition to the Vega LX product portfolio. Vega Mobile Worklists represents a major step forward in our mobile-first strategy, expanding staff mobility across Sierra environments. [Full Announcement].

Avon Lake Public Library delivers a unified, modern library experience with Polaris, Vega LX. Innovative, from Clarivate, is proud to announce that Avon Lake Public Library, Ohio, is now live on Polaris ILS, along with Vega Discover and Vega Mobile, marking an important milestone in the library's journey toward a more modern, connected, and user-focused library experience. [Full Announcement].

How Clermont County Public Library improved the library experience with Vega LX. In 2024, Clermont County Public Library embarked on a transformative digital journey to modernize how it connects with its community. By moving from a patchwork of disconnected platforms to the integrated Vega Library Experience ecosystem, CCPL streamlined workflows, improved accessibility, and delivered a more intuitive experience for patrons and staff alike. [Full Announcement].

Innovative from Clarivate continues expanding Director's Day Summits. Innovative, from Clarivate, continues to grow its Director's Day Summit program, a series of personal, peer-led gatherings designed specifically for public library directors to connect, exchange ideas, and shape the future of library service together. Built on successful early meetings in Denver and New York City, the program expanded across new locations throughout the year, reinforcing a commitment to thought leadership, listening, and partnership with library leaders. [Full Announcement].

IUG 2026 Preconference: Register for accessibility training. Accessibility isn't just about meeting requirements – it's about designing library experiences where every patron can fully participate, whether in person or online. As new ADA Title II requirements take effect in April 2026, this IUG 2026 preconference session offers timely, hands-on guidance to help libraries strengthen accessibility across programs, services, and digital offerings. [Full Announcement].

IUG 2026 Conference Registration Open: Early Bird Extended to February 6. Registration is now open for the IUG 2026 Annual Conference, and there's more good news: the early bird registration deadline has been extended to February 6. If you've been waiting to register, now is the time — don't delay. [Full Announcement].

Sonoma County Library System selects Polaris ILS and Vega LX to power a new era of library engagement. Innovative, from Clarivate, announce that Sonoma County Library, serving Lake, Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties in California, has selected Polaris ILS, Vega Discover, Vega Mobile and Vega Interact to support its mission of providing inclusive, modern, and accessible library services to its communities. [Full Announcement].

Join the Polaris 8.0 Webinar: January 15. Discover what's new in Polaris 8.0 in an upcoming live webinar on January 15 at 1:00 pm ET. This session will walk attendees through the latest enhancements introduced in the December 2025 release, designed to streamline administration, improve workflows, and enhance the overall system experience. [Full Announcement].

Polaris in 2025. In 2025, Polaris delivered a strong set of enhancements designed to support the evolving needs of public libraries. With expanded web-based administration, smarter workflows, and improved operational visibility, this year's updates reflect a continued commitment to making library systems easier to manage and more responsive to how libraries work today. With the most recent Polaris release, libraries can now manage key staff and administrative workflows entirely through a browser – removing dependence on desktop tools and giving teams more flexibility in how they work. These updates build on Polaris's long-standing strengths while continuing to modernize the platform based on library feedback and real-world use. [Full Announcement].

Polaris 8.0: A more flexible, web-managed Polaris for your library. Innovative, from Clarivate announced that a new version of Polaris is available. This release completes the initiative to bring all System Administration settings into a secure, web-based interface and adds powerful new features to support administration, technical services, and library workflows. [Full Announcement].

Sierra December Webinar Recap. Sierra continues to evolve in ways that make library operations faster, more intuitive, and more accessible. The release of Sierra 6.5, combined with recent updates shared during our customer webinar, introduces new efficiencies for circulation workflows, improvements for multi-branch systems, and strengthened accessibility features. Below is a consolidated overview of what's new and what's ahead. [Full Announcement].

Powering modern library service: Tipton County Public Library is live on Polaris and Vega Discover. Innovative, from Clarivate, announced that as part of our commitment to delivering best-in-class library technology and patron experience, the company has partnered with the Tipton County Public Library, Indiana to implement a comprehensive upgrade across their services. This rollout encompasses Polaris, the powerful Vega Discover catalog and Vega Interact SMS. Together, these systems will streamline library operations, modernize the patron interface, and create stronger, more meaningful connections with the community. [Full Announcement].

From first click to lasting loyalty: email marketing that builds relationships. What if email wasn't “one more channel to manage,” but a powerful way to extend your library's reach? That idea shaped the webinar From First Click to Lasting Loyalty: Effective Email Marketing Strategies for Libraries, hosted by Innovative from Clarivate and presented by library marketing consultant Cordelia Anderson. [Full Announcement].

Celebrating 20 years of MeLCat: A model for library collaboration across Michigan. Librarians from across Michigan joined leaders from the Library of Michigan, the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services, and Clarivate in Lansing to celebrate 20 years of MeLCat, the Michigan eLibrary Catalog powered by Innovative from Clarivate's INN-Reach resource sharing technology. [Full Announcement].

Vega Promote's new release gives libraries cleaner data, and smarter patron segmentation. Innovative introduced new Vega Promote enhancements designed to help libraries better understand their communities, maintain clean and compliant data, and foster meaningful connections with patrons. Whether you want cleaner records, safer targeting, or dynamic segments that are updated automatically, these enhancements are built to support your evolving marketing needs with advanced segmentation, audience, and privacy features. [Full Announcement].

Make Giving Tuesday your library's easiest fundraiser yet. Innovative, from Clarivate, is helping public libraries maximize their Giving Tuesday impact with Vega Donate, a simple, customizable solution for managing online contributions. Designed specifically for libraries, Vega Donate lets staff create branded donation forms and web pages in minutes – no coding required. [Full Announcement].

Dauphin County Library System elevates patron experience with Vega Discover. Innovative, from Clarivate announced that The Dauphin County Library System, headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has gone live with their new online catalog. The Dauphin County Library System launched its new online catalog powered by Vega Discover in November, a modern discovery platform designed to make exploring the library's collection easier and more engaging than ever. [Full Announcement].