Library Technology Guides

TLC welcomes librarians to Booth #4016 at ALA 2026. The Library Corporation invites all American Library Association attendees to visit Booth #4016 to rest, recharge, and visit with TLC and Tech Logic experts. TLC's ILS specialists will be in Chicago, IL, from June 25-29. [Full Announcement].

TLC announces successful go-live with major utility company's corporate library. The Library Corporation announced the successful implementation of Library.Solution for the corporate library of a major American utility company. This implementation represents the revival of the utility company's former library, which had largely been suspended since 2009. As part of the initiative, the organization is modernizing and refreshing its collection to better align with current operational research needs, while also improving access to technical reports, research materials, and representative material samples. [Full Announcement].

TLC announces June 2026 Conference Schedule. The Library Corporation announced their upcoming conference schedule for June 2026, continuing their commitment to providing intuitive software solutions, tailored metadata services, and legendary support for the library superheroes who serve their communities every day. [Full Announcement].

New white paper to support school libraries navigating parental involvement and access challenges. The Library Corporation announced the release of a new white paper: “Guardian Engagement: Managing Family Preferences Within School Library Collections.” This white paper outlines a practical, library-centered approach to managing family preferences while protecting equitable access to school library collections. [Full Announcement].

The First Quarter of 2026 at TLC highlighted by two major software releases, Platinum Modern Library Award, and Newsletter launch. The Library Corporation is off to a productive start in 2026 with many first quarter announcements to share, including new software version general releases for both its CARL.Solution and Library.Solution Integrated Library Systems; the receipt of a Platinum Modern Library Award for Library.Solution's LS2 PAC; and the launch of Nerd Rabbit News, a customer newsletter focusing on what's new at TLC. [Full Announcement].

Second library from Hidalgo County returns home to TLC: Sekula Memorial Library. After less than a year with Insignia, Sekula Memorial Library in Edinburg, TX has officially returned to The Library Corporation and its integrated library system, Library.Solution. This return underscores the library's enduring confidence in TLC, following an eleven-year relationship. TLC completed the library's migration back to Library.Solution in November 2025, making it the second library that year to return to TLC after only a short time away. [Full Announcement].

Large Texas School District selects Library.Solution for Schools as its New Library Management System. The Library Corporation announced that another large independent school district in Texas has selected Library•Solution for Schools as its new Integrated Library System. The district migrated in the Summer from its previous ILS, Follett Destiny, and has now completed its first full semester using TLC's platform across its 80+ schools, serving over 80,000 students. TLC has a long history of supporting and collaborating with school districts across Texas. This addition brings the total to 13 Texas districts in some of the state's largest metropolitan areas. [Full Announcement].

Essex County College launches on TLC's Library.Solution. The Library Corporation celebrates the successful launch of Library.Solution at Essex County College's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. TLC completed the migration over the summer for this college library, pulling together records from multiple sources to create an accurate database with the new integrated library system. [Full Announcement].

TLC.Go! crosses 50-library milestone. The Library Corporation announced a major milestone: 50 libraries have successfully implemented TLC.Go!, the mobile app that puts library services directly in patrons' hands. Launched in partnership with Solus toward the end of 2021, TLC.Go! has quickly become a favorite for libraries seeking a seamless, branded mobile experience for their communities. From catalog searches to event calendars to self-check features, TLC.Go! offers a comprehensive extension of the library — on the go. [Full Announcement].

TLC and StackMap partner for seamless, integrated wayfinding. TLC has partnered with StackMap to bring more patron-centric tools directly into the library catalog experience. This collaboration makes it easier than ever for patrons to discover, locate, and access materials from the Library.Solution discovery layer, ensuring that the library remains a welcoming and navigable space. By integrating StackMap's spatial discovery tools with TLC's library management solutions, libraries can now provide a seamless journey from search to shelf. [Full Announcement].

New workbook helps school districts navigate library management system selection from start to go-live. The Library Corporation announced the release of a comprehensive new workbook designed to assist school districts in navigating the complex process of selecting and implementing a new Library Management System. [Full Announcement].

TLC's CARL.Solution update paves the way for future enhancements. The Library Corporation announced the release of 2025 Release 1, a technical release for its CARL.Solution integrated library system, representing a significant behind-the-scenes upgrade to the platform's infrastructure. 2025 R1 includes CARL.X version 9.7.7, CARL.Connect Staff version 1.7.2, CARL.Connect Discovery version 3.6.9, and CARL.APIs version 2.0.6. [Full Announcement].

TLC to Release Library.Solution v5.8 with mobile-friendly PAC and accessibility-driven customization. The Library Corporation announced the upcoming release of Library.Solution version 5.8, a major update that enhances both usability and accessibility while reinforcing TLC's commitment to delivering the industry's leading library management platform. [Full Announcement].

Roanoke County Public Schools wraps up first semester with TLC's Library.Solution for Schools. Roanoke County Public Schools is wrapping up a successful first semester with the implementation of Library.Solution for Schools, a library management system provided by The Library Corporation. RCPS made the choice to migrate over their winter break from Follett Destiny, citing reliability issues with their former system. [Full Announcement].

One System, Endless Solutions: TLC releases white paper on textbook management for schools. The Library Corporation announce the release of a new white paper: "Optimizing Library.Solution for Schools for Textbook Management." This white paper explores how school districts can streamline textbook inventory, distribution, and reporting using the same system they trust for library management. It also highlights the system's ability to manage additional school resources like laptops and musical instruments.

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McAllen Public Library returns home to TLC after 6 months away. McAllen Public Library has made the choice to return to the Library.Solution integrated library system provided by The Library Corporation after a short period with Insignia. Having previously been a TLC customer for over 15 years, McAllen migrated, as part of a shared library system, but then chose an independent path and rejoined the TLC family. Due to the quick turnaround, TLC was able to effortlessly reinstate years' worth of past Library.Solution data for MPL. [Full Announcement].

New Hoopla Integration with TLC.Go. The Library Corporation announced a new hoopla Digital integration for TLC.Go, its mobile app for libraries. This integration is available following a recent partnership between hoopla Digital and SOLUS, to bring the expansive hoopla content collection to TLC libraries using the SOLUS-based mobile app. Libraries with the app can extend access to hoopla's millions of titles to their patrons — directly from the app, including audiobooks, eBooks, comics and manga, music, movies, television, and more with BingePass. [Full Announcement].

TLC's Library Management System Awarded Platinum again. The Library Corporation once again received a platinum distinction in LibraryWorks' 11th annual Modern Library Awards for Library.Solution for Schools. Designed for K-12 school libraries, the library management system has been optimized with over 25 years of district collaboration. [Full Announcement].

The Library Corporation celebrates 50 years with annual User Conference. The Library Corporation announced its fifth annual virtual user conference, TLCU 2024, taking place from November 6-8, 2024. This year's theme, “50 and Fabulous,” marks a significant milestone as TLC celebrates its 50th anniversary. TLCU is the premier gathering for TLC customers and now welcomes Tech Logic users for the first time. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, engage in informative sessions, and explore creative solutions tailored for libraries and educational institutions. [Full Announcement].

Ackley Public Library transitions to The Library Corporation with Community Foundation Grant. The Library Corporation announced Ackley Public Library's transition to Library.Solution from Follett Destiny, by joining the NILC (North Iowa Libraries Collaborating) consortia. This move was made possible by a generous grant from the Ackley Community Foundation. This significant upgrade aims to enhance both staff operations and patron services, aligning the library's resources with the needs of the community. [Full Announcement].