Online publishing services provider Semantico Ltd., UK, has announced the release of an e-commerce component for the Semantico Access Management System (SAMS). With library budgets under pressure, selling access directly to students and researchers is becoming an increasingly important business model. The SAMS e-commerce component allows end users to purchase e-books immediately rather than requesting that someone authorise the purchase.
Users can search for publications and be prompted to buy a subscription where none exists through their library or department. In order to purchase access they will be required to create a personal account. The ability to gather details about end users provides publishers with the opportunity to establish a direct relationship with readers, who can be strong advocates for individual titles.
Semantico was formed in 1999 to develop online publishing solutions for the publishing industry. The company's content delivery tool-sets, subscription management products, and hosting and support services enable rapid and robust, customised solutions for a wide range of clients.
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