ALA seeks nominations for libraries on the cutting edge - October 3, 2013
As part of its ongoing effort to identify and recognise libraries that are delivering quality library services in new ways, the American Library Association (ALA) is now accepting submissions for the best library practices using cutting-edge technology. Nominations must be submitted by November 15, 2013,… Read More
Université Paris Ouest Nanterre La Défense opts for Ex Libris Primo and SFX - October 1, 2013
Library technology solutions provider Ex Libris Group has announced that Université Paris Ouest Nanterre La Défense has selected the Primo discovery and delivery service, the Primo Central Index of scholarly e-resources, and the SFX link resolver for its research community. A long-standing Ex Libris customer, Université… Read More
EBSCO introduces 15 new EBSCO eBook Subject sets to help librarians build e-book collections - September 30, 2013
Library resources provider EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) has introduced 15 new EBSCO eBook Subject Sets to help librarians build their e-book collections. Subject sets are pre-packaged sets of titles from leading publishers in specific, high-interest topics designed to meet the needs of libraries while simplifying collection… Read More
London South Bank University selects Serials Solutions 360 Link to improve access to content - September 27, 2013
Serials Solutions, a ProQuest business, has announced that the London South Bank University has upgraded to ProQuest Serials Solutions 360 Link from their existing 360 Core subscription. With two libraries to cater for their 25,000 students, London South Bank University is committed to delivering essential content… Read More
More than 500 titles to be added to UPSO platform in the September update - September 26, 2013
New titles will be added to University Press Scholarship Online (UPSO) with the September 2013 content update. This update will add over 500 titles to the platform across more than 20 subject areas. This new content has been brought to UPSO from 13 of UPSO's prestigious… Read More
3M Library Systems and Innovative Interfaces complete integration of eBook Lending Service with Encore discovery application - September 23, 2013
Library solutions provider 3M Library Systems and Innovative Interfaces have completed integration of 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending Service into Innovative's Encore discovery application. This latest integration success enables library users to have a seamless experience for 3M's extensive pool of eBooks,… Read More
MnPALS selects Summon Discovery Service, 360 Link and 360 Resource Manager - September 19, 2013
Serials Solutions, a ProQuest business, has announced that the MnPALS consortium of libraries recently selected the Summon discovery service to offer users a more satisfying search experience. In support of MnPALS vision to provide user-focused information services, incorporating innovative technology and effective use of resources, the… Read More
NALIS in Bulgaria selects Ex Libris’ Rosetta digital preservation solution - September 12, 2013
Library technology solutions provider Ex Libris Group has announced that the National Academic Library and Information System (NALIS) in Bulgaria has adopted the Rosetta digital preservation solution. The NALIS foundation comprises three most prestigious academic institutions in the country - the Bulgarian Academy of Science,… Read More
Elsevier selects Inkling’s digital platform to enhance medical education and reference content - September 10, 2013
STM publisher Elsevier, Netherlands, has selected Inkling, the creator of engaging, intuitive digital books for some of the world's most respected publishers, to power the next generation of its popular Expert Consult and Student Consult medical reference and medical learning platforms. All of Elsevier's leading medical… Read More
NISO and UKSG release draft for public comment of a revision to the KBART Recommended Practice - September 6, 2013
The National Information Standards Organization and UKSG have announced the release of a draft for public comment of a revision to the Knowledge Bases and Related Tools (KBART) Recommended Practice. Issued in 2010, the original recommended practice provided all parties in the information supply chain with… Read More
