SirsiDynix has announced that 'Buy It Now' is now available for all HIP and e-Library users. These users will now be able to buy books, movies, and more from outside retailers through their library's website or OPAC. As part of SirsiDynix's Community Funded Services, a portion of each 'Buy It Now' purchase will be returned to the library, increasing revenue for libraries while providing increased buying options for patrons.
Buy It Now comes with no minimum requirements for HIP users. For e-Library users to take advantage of the product, the minimum requirement is SP3.
With no extra fees or costs for libraries or users, Buy It Now allows users to buy items that may be unavailable in the library's collection. The program is simple and convenient, allowing library users to select a 'Buy It Now' option next to most items in their search results. Once they are redirected to a library-branded storefront, they may purchase the item from selected online retailers, including Amazon, with a portion of each purchase being returned to the library.
Buy It Now creates a strong relationship between library and user, one that increases patrons' shopping options and secures libraries' positions as community anchors.
