Library Technology Guides

City of Moreton Bay Libraries joins growing Clarivate momentum in Australia with Polaris and Vega LX. City of Moreton Bay Libraries, one of Australia's largest and fastest-growing public library services, has selected Polaris ILS and Vega LX to modernise and enhance library experiences for staff and customers across the region. [Full Announcement].

Shorelink Libraries select Polaris and Vega LX. Clarivate announces that Shorelink Libraries, a cooperative network of public libraries serving Sydney's Lower North Shore, has selected the Polaris Integrated Library System along with the Vega Library Experience (LX) suite to support services across its member councils. [Full Announcement].

Polaris April 2026 release is now available. The Polaris April 2026 release brings practical updates to support staff efficiency, simplify holds management, and better accommodate consortia needs. Many of these improvements are aimed at everyday workflows, particularly in technical services and request handling, helping staff move through tasks more easily and stay in control. [Full Announcement].

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].

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].

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 transactions to relationships: how Polaris strengthens patron trust. In an era where technology mediates nearly every interaction, trust has become both fragile and essential. For libraries, institutions built on openness and service, earning that relationship of confidence requires more than reliable systems. Polaris has long recognized that assurance begins with listening. In its 7.8 release, over 90% of updates were directly informed by librarian feedback, a testament to the platform's commitment to community-driven innovation. Through initiatives like the Idea Exchange and the Member Exclusive Enhancement Process, libraries actively shape the future of Polaris. In 2024 alone, 180 features were implemented based on user-submitted ideas, and 500 development points were allocated from MEEP voting. This transparent, participatory model ensures that Polaris evolves in alignment with the real-world needs of library professionals. [Full Announcement].

Polaris expands to New Zealand with Clutha District Libraries. Innovative, from Clarivate, announced the successful implementation of the Polaris library services platform at Clutha District Libraries, a network of five community branches serving residents across New Zealand's South Island. [Full Announcement].

Pikes Peak Library District selects Polaris and Vega Discover, Vega Mobile. Pikes Peak Library District, the second-largest library system in Colorado, has selected Polaris and Vega Discover, together with Vega Mobile, to power its next-generation library experience. Their decision to implement Polaris and two Vega modules aligns with the Library's mission to cultivate spaces of belonging, personal growth, and strong communities, ensuring total access to information and services both digitally and in person. [Full Announcement].

Shellharbour Libraries launch Polaris and Vega Discover, enhancing service with modern tools and local support. Shellharbour City Libraries in New South Wales are live on Polaris and Vega Discover, bringing modern, intuitive library technology to their vibrant coastal community. Shellharbour Libraries serve a diverse and growing population south of Sydney. Known for its beautiful beaches and deep cultural history, Shellharbour is situated on the land of the Wodi Wodi people, part of the Dharawal nation, with Indigenous occupation dating back over 17,000 years. [Full Announcement].

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library advances with Polaris 7.8. Innovative, from Clarivate, announced that Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has successfully migrated to Polaris 7.8. This transition marks a significant step in supporting the library's commitment to efficient service delivery and meaningful community engagement through modern, staff-friendly tools. [Full Announcement].

Polaris 7.8 is here: From your Wishlist to your Workflow. Innovative, part of Clarivate announced the general availability of Polaris 7.8. This version supports smarter workflows, greater mobility, and better service delivery. We are grounded in the ideas of the people who know libraries best: you. Innovative continues to partner with our libraries and realize the Member Exclusive Enhancement Program features. [Full Announcement].

Central Coast Council Libraries celebrate one year with Polaris and Vega Discover. Australia's sixth-largest library system continues delivering exceptional service with Innovative solutions Innovative, from Clarivate, celebrates one year of partnership with Central Coast Council Libraries in New South Wales, Australia, as they continue to thrive with the Polaris Integrated Library System and Vega Discover, our modern discovery layer. [Full Announcement].

Ypsilanti District Library makes the most of Polaris Integrated Library System. Innovative, part of Clarivate, announced that the Ypsilanti District Library has completed a successful six months of using the Polaris Integrated Library System to manage library operations. [Full Announcement].

Polaris 7.6 updates the Leap MARC editor, improved vendor cooperation. Innovative, part of Clarivate, announced the release of Polaris 7.6. This release is focused on expanding technical services functionality in Leap, library-requested enhancements, and support for new and updated vendor integrations. This release also expands serials functionality in the web by introducing serial claim actions, the claim alert list, and improvements to publication pattern prediction for Southern Hemisphere titles into Leap. [Full Announcement].

Libraries of Middlesex Automation Consortium join the Innovative family. Innovative, part of Clarivate, announced that the Libraries of Middlesex Automation Consortium have selected Polaris as their new Integrated Library System, Vega Discover as their new discovery layer, Vega Program to manage events and room booking, Vega Promote for email marketing, and Innovative's library analytics solution. [Full Announcement].

Clarivate partners with Singapore's National Library Board. Clarivate has successfully implemented library software solutions from Innovative for Singapore's National Library Board library system. NLB's library patrons can now enjoy an elevated user experience and new features such as an intuitive user interface and custom catalogs as they access NLB's library catalogue. The Polaris Integrated Library System and Vega Discover applications from Innovative provide automation solutions for library staff and patrons. These solutions help to improve the library experience for staff and patrons, whether in the physical library or online. Custom API support designed by Clarivate supports local systems such as self-check kiosks, book sorters, the NLB Mobile app and reservation lockers to improve efficiency. [Full Announcement].