Ex Libris® Group, a global provider of cloud-based solutions for higher education, has announced that Leiden University has selected the Ex Libris Alma® unified resource management service. The University's choice was based on the comprehensive approach of Alma, which will help improve library services as well as automating and streamlining operations for all types of workflows and resources.
The Library of Leiden University (UBL) is an internationally prominent academic library with world-class collections and advanced services that support research and teaching at Leiden University. Established in the same year as Leiden University, the UBL is the oldest and largest university library in the Netherlands, with libraries in Leiden, The Hague and Jakarta (Indonesia). The Library is a trusted partner in knowledge for the University's researchers, faculty and students and collaborates with outside partners to create reliable, innovative services.
Ex Libris solutions have been deployed at 43 of the top 50 universities worldwide and more than 40 national libraries. With the Ex Libris Primo® discovery and delivery solution and Alma® resource management service, libraries lower operational costs, increase efficiency, and add value to their institution through diverse new services and collaboration with other libraries and organisations. The Ex Libris campusM™ mobile platform enables universities to deliver a unified digital experience, promoting student engagement while providing mobile access to campus-wide information and services.
