AAP announces new initiative to rapidly advance implementation of EPUB 3 as the standard global distribution format for eBooks - July 25, 2013
The Association of American Publishers (AAP) has announced its support for the establishment of EPUB 3 as the standard global distribution format for eBooks and has embarked on a new initiative designed to rapidly advance the format's implementation in the marketplace. The EPUB 3 Implementation… Read More
Ex Libris Alma promotes success at RMIT University - July 24, 2013
Library automation solutions provider Ex Libris Group has announced that RMIT University is in production with the Alma library management service from Ex Libris. In tandem with Ex Libris Primo, which RMIT implemented in 2012, Alma has replaced multiple systems, including the Library's Voyager ILS. … Read More
Online hub for digital literacy DigitalLearn.org launches - July 22, 2013
After months of thoughtful planning, development and beta testing, DigitalLearn.org has officially launched. This online hub for digital literacy offers an active community of practice and an evolving collection of training resources for those who teach and support digital learners. DigitalLearn.org is managed by the Public… Read More
IMLS and Heritage Preservation announce second Heritage Health Index - July 22, 2013
Heritage Preservation, working in cooperation with the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), will conduct a second Heritage Health Index. The original survey, conducted nearly 10 years ago, was the first comprehensive study to assess the condition of U.S. collections. It examined the state of… Read More
MOBIUS provides member libraries with access to over 138,000 eBook titles with EBSCO eBook subscriptions - July 12, 2013
Library resources provider EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO), US, has announced that for the first time, people in Missouri will gain access to more than 138,000 unique e-book titles at 59 MOBIUS member libraries. MOBIUS recently purchased EBSCO eBook subscription packages from EBSCO. The subscription provides… Read More
Seoul National University opts for Ex Libris Alma - July 12, 2013
Library automation solutions provider Ex Libris Group, Israel, has announced that Seoul National University (SNU) has selected the next-generation Alma library management solution. SNU is the first Korean institution to join the Alma early-adopter programme, following in the footsteps of over 160 leading institutions worldwide. … Read More
California State University San Marcos opts for Ex Libris’ Alma and Primo for resource management and discovery - July 2, 2013
Library automation solutions provider Ex Libris Group, Israel, has announced that California State University San Marcos has selected the Alma library management service and the Primo discovery and delivery solution. The university library will consolidate library operations under Alma, which will replace a number of… Read More
University of Oklahoma Libraries select Ex Libris solutions - July 1, 2013
Library automation solutions provider Ex Libris Group, Israel, has announced that the University of Oklahoma Libraries, including libraries at the Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, University of Oklahoma-Tulsa, and University of Oklahoma College of Law, have selected the Ex Libris Primo discovery and delivery solution, the bX… Read More
More than 120 libraries now using Web-based library management services - July 1, 2013
Computer library service OCLC has announced that fifty additional libraries have selected OCLC WorldShare Management Services, choosing the Web-based library management services that simplify back-office operations, streamline library workflows, and provide a powerful discovery and delivery service for library users. WorldShare Management Services offer unified,… Read More
North Dakota State University opts for Ex Libris’ Primo and Alma library management solution - June 28, 2013
Library automation solutions provider Ex Libris Group, Israel, has announced that North Dakota State University (NDSU) is in production with the Ex Libris Primo discovery and delivery solution and Alma library management solution. Following a swift implementation process, NDSU Libraries now enjoy two unified, cloud-based… Read More
