Ex Libris, a prominent player in the academic Discovery industry and part of Clarivate, is set to unveil its Next Discovery Experience. This innovative initiative reflects Ex Libris' commitment to evolving and innovating to meet the ever-changing needs of its diverse user base, both now and in the future.
With a history spanning over 15 years in the industry, Ex Libris has garnered valuable insights from its deeply engaged community and maintained high-quality content standards. This foundation, combined with the integration of state-of-the-art technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Linked Open Data, has paved the way for the development of the Next Discovery Experience.
Continuous development remains a core principle for Ex Libris as it strives to maintain its position as a leading Discovery solution for libraries. The company's ongoing commitment ensures that it designs solutions that are not just relevant today but also capable of meeting the needs and requirements of libraries in the future.
The Next Discovery Experience by Ex Libris is structured around four key pillars: New UX for Primo Pages: This pillar focuses on enhancing the user experience for Primo pages. Users can expect features that boost convenience, such as the ability to look up citations directly in the search box or direct links to PDFs when providing a DOI number; Linked Data Experience: Ex Libris aims to create a web of connectivity between various library resources, from local catalogs to CDI records, in all data formats. This includes interoperability with external sources, fostering connections between people, subjects, places, and more; User Engagement Analytics: Ex Libris is dedicated to providing libraries and librarians with robust analytics powered by Mixpanel. These insights will enable institutions to better understand how to engage with students, patrons, and faculty, ultimately increasing interactions and usage of library resources; and AI Technology Integration: Ex Libris harnesses AI technology to address real challenges faced by users, librarians, and libraries. Privacy and intellectual property considerations are paramount, and the company is actively working on advanced features like Conversational Discovery and Article Summarization. These features were showcased during the recent IGeLU conference in September 2023 and received highly positive feedback.
Ex Libris' dedication to innovation in the Discovery space is driven by its belief in the power of knowledge and insights to propel libraries into the future. By embracing new technologies and continuously improving user experiences, Ex Libris aims to enhance efficiency, maximize the visibility of library collections, and provide valuable support to librarians.
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