Allen County Public Library, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has signed on to implement OCLC Wise, the first community engagement system for U.S. public libraries.
The agreement represents the first commitment by a US public library to implement Wise. Uniquely holistic in its design, Wise integrates tools for increasing community engagement with the functions of library management. The system is engineered to elevate library experiences, the experiences of the people who use the library, and the dedicated staff who engage with the community. It is designed around people and driven by data—enabling libraries to evolve as their communities evolve.
Allen County Public Library (ACPL) previously worked closely with OCLC in evaluative testing for Wise, a process involving multiple library departments. This focused collaboration informed initial development work and inspired future roadmap goals. It was also part of a larger effort working with library leaders across the US to reinforce planning and production initiatives.
With the first release of Wise in the US set for this summer, OCLC will partner with more public libraries. This group of early adopters will help inform development priorities and shape future innovation.
Acquired by OCLC in 2013, Wise is a customisable and proven service that is currently used by more than 75 percent of public libraries in the Netherlands. Wise is being tailored to address the specific needs of US public libraries. OCLC will continue to work with ACPL, other public libraries, and the library community at large to help inform Wise development efforts.
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