Library Technology Guides

Two Spanish university libraries select OCLC's WorldShare Management Services as their new library services platform. The University of Zaragoza and Loyola University, both in Spain, have selected OCLC's WorldShare Management Services as their fully integrated library services platform to handle all essential functions of several campus libraries. [Full Announcement].

UT Southwestern Medical Center implements TIND Digital Archive. The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center has implemented TIND DA to manage, showcase and preserve its growing digital collections. By migrating a rich image collection from CONTENTdm, audiovisual materials from Aviary, and digital exhibits from Omeka all into TIND DA, UTSW has enhanced the visibility and accessibility of its archival content. UT Southwestern Medical Center selected TIND DA to replace its previous digital asset management systems. [Full Announcement].

Five German private university libraries improve their library services with Alma and Primo. Ex Libris, part of Clarivate, announce that a group of five prestigious private university libraries in Germany have selected Alma and Primo as their new library management and discovery solutions. This strategic decision underscores the libraries' commitment to optimizing their operations and providing exceptional services to their users. [Full Announcement].

Nogales Santa Cruz County Public Library embraces innovation and selects Polaris. Innovative, part of Clarivate, announced that the Nogales Santa Cruz County Public Library in Southern Arizona has decided to extend their more than 20-year relationship with Innovative to implement Polaris and Vega Discover as their next library software solution.   [Full Announcement].

Clarivate selected by National and University Library in Zagreb, Croatia to create a Unified National Library Platform. Clarivate announced that the National and University Library in Zagreb has selected Clarivate to provide its unified library services and discovery platform. The National and University Library in Zagreb is Croatia's leading cultural and research institution, serving as both the National Library of Croatia and the University of Zagreb's main library. Its mission is to develop collections and services that promote Croatia's cultural and scientific heritage as well as to build a Croatian national library system. The NSK will implement Ex Libris Alma and Ex Libris Primo from Clarivate to build a modern, unified library system, streamlining the existing infrastructure of multiple library systems and data formats. The NSK will lead the new solution for the academic and research library system across the country, totaling nine universities and 82 libraries, with a cloud-based subscription service. [Full Announcement].

Edmonton Public Library will be first Canadian library to implement IMMS. Edmonton Public Library, Lyngsoe Systems Library Solutions, and SirsiDynix announced at the Ontario Library Association Super Conference yesterday a partnership that will significantly improve access to library materials for Edmontonians. Through this collaboration, EPL will be the first Canadian library to implement LSLS' Intelligent Material Management System, working in conjunction with SirsiDynix's Symphony Integrated Library System. This implementation will enhance customer service and library operations and expand the global community of libraries benefiting from IMMS. [Full Announcement].

Alma's remarkable growth in Latin America. Ex Libris, part of Clarivate, announced that Alma experienced significant growth in Latin America with 14 new institutions selecting the platform in 2024. This brings the total number of institutions using the cloud-based library management system in the region to nearly 60. [Full Announcement].

The British Library selects Clarivate to provide library services and discovery platforms. Clarivate, a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, announces that the British Library has selected Clarivate to provide its library services and discovery platforms to create a more cohesive, streamlined and secure experience. The British Library will implement Alma, Primo VE and Rapido. After 20 years of partnership providing Aleph Library Management System and Primo discovery services, the British Library has turned to Clarivate to implement their next-generation library services platform and patron interface. The British Library will be the 43rd National and State library in the world to adopt Alma. [Full Announcement].

MessageBee expands to Australia with Brisbane City Council Library. Unique Management Services is proud to announce the launch of MessageBee for Brisbane City Council Library this week. Patrons will now begin receiving phone-based updates on their library transactions, such as hold and overdue notices. [Full Announcement].

ILLiad selected as the National Library of Medicine's interlibrary loan and document delivery management system. ILLiad has been selected by the National Library of Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, as its interlibrary loan and document delivery management system. The decision to use ILLiad came in response to a competitive proposal process for NLM's ILL and document delivery needs. ILLiad, developed by Atlas Systems, Inc. and offered in partnership with OCLC, is a trusted solution for libraries. With its integration into OCLC's WorldShare Interlibrary Loan network, connecting over 10,000 libraries in more than 50 countries, ILLiad streamlines interlibrary loan workflows and offers a suite of advanced features designed to meet the complex needs of library systems. [Full Announcement].

UNC Greensboro selects TIND Institutional Repository and TIND Digital Archive. The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNC Greensboro) has selected TIND Institutional Repository (TIND IR) and TIND Digital Archive (TIND DA) to preserve and enhance access to its digital collections. By adopting TIND's repository platform, UNC Greensboro joins a growing number of academic institutions consolidating their IR and digital collections onto a single platform to streamline workflows, enhance metadata management, and improve accessibility [Full Announcement].

WISPALS Library Consortium selects OCLC's WorldShare Management Services as its library services platform. The WISPALS Library Consortium, a consortium of Wisconsin technical colleges, has selected WorldShare Management Services as its library services platform. WMS will help WISPALS libraries improve efficiency, share resources, and provide a better user experience for students and faculty. [Full Announcement].

Equinox welcomes Odessa College to Koha ILS. Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, announced the latest addition to the Koha community with the migration of Odessa College's Learning Resource Center to Koha ILS with Equinox support. [Full Announcement].

Long Beach Public Library chooses Polaris and Vega Discover. Innovative, part of Clarivate, announced that our trusted partner over the years Long Beach Public Library has selected the Polaris ILS to replace their current Sierra system and has added Vega Discover as their new discovery layer. [Full Announcement].

University of Tulsa selects TIND Digital Archive. The University of Tulsa (TU) has selected TIND Digital Archive (TIND DA) as its new digital collections platform to preserve and provide access to its extensive archival and research collections. With its modern and intuitive user interface and advanced metadata tools, TIND DA will help TU make its materials more accessible to researchers, students, and the public. [Full Announcement].

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control selects TIND ILS. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has selected TIND Integrated Library System to modernize its library services and optimize the management of its collections. Migrating from AdLib, ECDC joins a growing community of special libraries relying on TIND ILS, such as the United Nations, the Folgers Shakespeare Library, the Munch Museum, and the World Food Programme. [Full Announcement].

Kubikat Libraries choose library management and discovery solutions from Clarivate. Four German university-independent art history research institutes across Europe have decided to implement the Alma library management system as well as the Primo discovery solution from Ex Libris, part of Clarivate. The unified Alma and Primo solution offered will upgrade the current joint catalogue kubikat, based on the jointly operated Ex Libris Aleph 500 library system, to deliver a modern approach delivering superior benefits to staff and users. The four libraries – Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz – Max Planck Institute; Central Institute for Art History in Munich; Deutsches Forum für Kunstgeschichte/Centre allemand d'histoire de l'art Paris; and the Bibliotheca Hertziana – Max Planck Institute for Art History in Rome – will leverage the Software as a Service services will make their various types of resources even more efficient and technically up to date. [Full Announcement].

Systematic wins important contract for new library system in Sweden. The Danish software company takes another big step into the European library market after winning a tender worth SEK 100 million for Stockholm Public Library. With the contract, Systematic takes another big bite of the Scandinavian market. The customer list already includes all Danish public and school libraries, Oslo's main library Deichman Bjørvika and its 22 branches, as well as close to 100 other Norwegian municipalities. [Full Announcement].

Thompson Rivers University to Implement FOLIO With Support From EBSCO. EBSCO Information Services'FOLIO Migration teams will assist Thompson Rivers University Library in transitioning to the FOLIO Library Services Platform. EBSCO will work closely with the TRU Library to ensure a smooth transition to the open-source platform. [Full Announcement].

Corvallis-Benton County Public Library (OR) launches MessageBee SMS, Phone, and Email service from Unique Management. Unique Library announced the addition of a full suite of MessageBee patron engagement platform for Corvallis-Benton County Public Library this week. Patrons will receive 10-DLC compliant SMS notifications, attractive transactional and promotional newsletter-style emails, as well as access to phone notifications in both English and Spanish. [Full Announcement].