Get ready for a thought-provoking dialogue as Access Lab, a premier online conference, returns in 2024, bringing together key players in the information industry to address global challenges and explore innovative solutions. Mark your calendars for February 26-27, 2024, and seize the opportunity to contribute to this dynamic event. The call for session proposals is now open, and you're invited to share your expertise and insights by submitting proposals before November 3, 2023.
Access Lab stands as an annual international conference, serving as a meeting ground for libraries, publishers, and library users. It's a platform where the industry collectively confronts challenges and collaboratively seeks solutions. The conference delves into the latest industry developments, presents real-life case studies, and fosters enlightening panel discussions.
The conference is on the lookout for passionate speakers who can make a difference at Access Lab 2024. Whether you are a publisher or a librarian, this is your chance to engage with peers, share challenges, and work together to find practical solutions that can simplify your professional life.
You can propose sessions in various formats, including plenary talks, panel debates, roundtable discussions, and case studies. Some of the key topics for this year's conference include: The Impact of Climate Change on Library Services; Navigating Library Budgets Amidst the Cost-of-Living Crisis: Doing More with Less; Exploring the Frontier of AI and Machine Learning; Evolving Landscape of Web Browsers: Challenges and Opportunities; Enhancing User Experience and Product UX; Unpacking Open Access Trends; and The Promise of Federated Authentication and Seamless Access.
Submit your proposal by November 3, 2023, using the convenient online form.
Access Lab's reach extends worldwide, and in its commitment to inclusivity, two online events at different times will accommodate participants from across the globe. In addition, in-person regional forums will be organized to encourage connections, foster community learning, and provide practical takeaways. Stay tuned for forthcoming details and dates.
Students, libraries, and publishers continually grapple with challenges and obstacles in accessing knowledge. Access Lab offers a safe and welcoming space to share experiences, engage in discussions, and debate solutions. The conference has earned a stellar reputation for insightful panel debates, covering topics such as user privacy, user experience, the digital divide, data's significance, and the impact of browser changes. Industry professionals also share their expertise and showcase a diverse range of case studies from around the world.
At the conference, the winner of the 2024 UX Award will be unveiled. Now in its fifth year, this award spotlights publishers and library service vendors that prioritize user-centric service design, all with the aim of simplifying access to content and services. Next year's award will extend its reach beyond publishers to include library systems vendors, research and analytics tools, and other library products and services. Visit the award webpage for more information and submit applications by November 17, 2023.
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