Library Technology Guides

Display updated collections in Vega Promote and LX Starter Notification Emails. If your library staff are regularly updating their Vega Discover Showcases, then they'll love our new features in Vega Promote and LX Starter to make sure the most up-to-date resources and cover art are included in every email. Recent releases for Vega Promote and LX Starter, based on library feedback, deliver key updates that simplify workflows for including Discover Showcases in emails and managing patron records. [Full Announcement].

Ex Libris Users in Mexico gather together for XXVII Annual Meeting. The XXVII Annual Meeting of the Ex Libris Users Group in Mexico brought together library professionals and experts to discuss the latest advancements and future directions in library technology. More than 60 attendees from 15 libraries attended the event to gain insight into the importance of emerging technologies such as AI, the value of practical tools, and several strategic service implementations. [Full Announcement].

University of Central Florida becomes the 150th Rapido Library. The resource-sharing community has reached an important milestone: 150 libraries are now working together to make their collections more accessible and their services more efficient. The University of Central Florida joins as the 150th library, bringing its dedication to improving how users access the materials they need. [Full Announcement].

MessageBee launches in five new library systems nationwide. Unique Management Services announced the launch of MessageBee for the following five library systems in the United States, including Allen County Public Library (IN), Corpus Christi Public Libraries (TX), Gaston County Public Library (NC), Indiana Evergreen Consortium , and Shasta Public Library (CA) [Full Announcement].

ByWater Solutions attending the 2025 OLA Annual Super Conference. ByWater Solutions, an Open Source community contributor and America's forefront provider of Open Source library technology support announced that team members will attend the OLA SuperConference Conference from January 29 - February 1, 2025, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. [Full Announcement].

Burlington County Library System partners with BiblioCommons to enhance its digital library experience. BiblioCommons welcomed Burlington County Library System in New Jersey as its newest Partner Library. Through this partnership, BCLS will leverage BiblioCore and BiblioWeb to provide its community with a seamless, unified, and enriching online library experience. [Full Announcement].

Enhancing Library Management: UX Improvements in Alma. Alma has been a cornerstone in the library community since its launch. As the first SaaS cloud-based library services platform, it was designed to address the evolving needs of libraries by providing a comprehensive, integrated solution. Alma has continuously adapted to surpass customer expectations, offering consistent upgrades to meet the evolving needs of its growing and diverse customer base. [Full Announcement].

Shaping the Future of Content and Metadata Management. In the digital age, libraries face the challenge of managing vast amounts of content and metadata. This task is becoming increasingly important as digital resources grow and user expectations evolve. Without a quality content and metadata management strategy, both vendors and libraries risk significant inefficiencies. Effective management ensures users can easily find and access the information they need, supports academic and research activities, and enhances the overall user experience. [Full Announcement].

Access Lab 2025 program announced. OpenAthens announced their online Access Lab 2025 program, taking place 24 – 27 February 2025. As OpenAthens turns 30 this year, the Access Lab program celebrates its partnerships and customers' success around the world. Access Lab brings together industry leaders, innovators, and thought leaders for an insightful and engaging program. The online event will run over several days and in multiple time zones and languages so that as many of its global audience can join. [Full Announcement].

Equinox provides VuFind consulting and IT services for the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, announced its collaboration with the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to provide technical consulting for HSP's implementation of the open source discovery layer, VuFind. [Full Announcement].

Grove adds new formats, support for multiple pickup locations at a branch, LiDA Updates, and more to the Aspen 25.01 Release. Libraries are constantly evolving in both the materials and services they offer to patrons, and it is crucial that library discovery software keeps up with these changes. Grove was pleased to partner with Aspen libraries to add several new formats to Aspen Discovery as well as support for Polaris Pickup Locations and display of volume information for holds in Aspen's app, LiDA. New formats for Aspen Discovery include support for Yoto Players, Toniebox Audio Players, and WhaZoodles from PlayAway. Support for these formats was developed with input and expertise from the Aspen Cataloger's Group. [Full Announcement].

hoopla Digital announces SeasonPass, a new offering bundling TV episodes into streamable seasons. hoopla Digital, the only all-in-one digital media app for public libraries and their patrons, announced today their latest streaming feature, SeasonPass. SeasonPass enhances patrons' TV viewing experience by bundling a single season of a TV series into one borrow. This feature expands hoopla's digital offerings available to libraries and their patrons, allowing patrons to stream more for free. [Full Announcement].

SirsiDynix acquired by Harris Computing. SirsiDynix, has been acquired by Harris Computing, one of six operating companies of Constellation Software, Inc, a publicly traded company based in Toronto. It purchased SirsiDynix from ICV Partners, a private equity firm that has owned it since February 2015. Unlike private equity firms, Constellation does not sell the companies it acquires. It follows a strategy of acquiring businesses from founders or investors and holding them indefinitely. The acquisition marks a definitive exit from ongoing cycles of private equity investment into a permanent position within a public company specializing in the administration of technology-focused businesses. SirsiDynix has seen two rounds of private equity ownership, including Vista Equity Partners (2006-2015) and ICV Partners (2015-2024). As part of Harris, SirsiDynix gains access to additional technical and financial resources. Harris has deep experience in acquiring and strengthening technology companies. In contrast, SirsiDynix was the only technology company within the ICV Partners portfolio. Read the full article by Marshall Breeding [Full Announcement].

WISPALS Library Consortium selects OCLC's WorldShare Management Services as its library services platform. The WISPALS Library Consortium, a consortium of Wisconsin technical colleges, has selected WorldShare Management Services as its library services platform. WMS will help WISPALS libraries improve efficiency, share resources, and provide a better user experience for students and faculty. [Full Announcement].

Submissions now open for the 2025 John Cotton Dana Awards. The American Library Association is now accepting submissions for the 2025 John Cotton Dana Award. The John Cotton Dana Award is one of the most prestigious awards given to up to eight libraries for outstanding library public relations. The $10,000 awards will be provided by the H.W. Wilson Foundation and honors the best library marketing efforts nationwide. Applications for the JCD Award should be submitted electronically and received by March 3, 2025. [Full Announcement].

Taylor & Francis eBooks platform integrates with GetFTR. GetFTR and Taylor & Francis announced that Taylor & Francis eBooks are now accessible via GetFTR. Whilst many publishers working with GetFTR already include eBook content in their entitlement checks, Taylor & Francis is the first to implement GetFTR entitlement checking specifically for books hosted on a separate platform.GetFTR provides researchers with faster access to the published research they need through real time, high quality entitlement checks. The GetFTR indicator on search results tells researchers which content their institution has made available to them and takes them directly to that research on participating publisher websites. [Full Announcement].

Three California State University Campuses join the Alethea Early Adopter Program by Clarivate. Clarivate, a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, announces that three California State University campuses will be early adopters of Alethea, an AI student engagement solution from Clarivate. Alethea will serve as an Academic Coach to enhance student outcomes, helping students engage more deeply with course readings and elevate their learning skills. In this phase of the multi-campus partnership, Alethea will be implemented at Cal Poly Pomona, Cal State LA and Cal State San Bernardino. [Full Announcement].

Ex Libris Showcases AI Innovations Shaping the Future of Libraries in 2025. Ex Libris, part of Clarivate, is kicking off 2025 by showcasing its AI service innovations on a new dedicated webpage. The resource highlights an initial set of AI-based tools, developed in close collaboration with the academic community, designed to enhance library operations and user experiences. These solutions demonstrate Ex Libris' commitment to delivering top-tier services that enhance research, improve student learning outcomes, and increase staff productivity. [Full Announcement].

ByWater Solutions a sponsor at the IHLS Member Day 2025. ByWater Solutions, an open-source community contributor and America's forefront provider of Open Source library technology support announced that our team will be at the 11th Annual Illinois Heartland Library System Member Day on Feb. 12, 2025. Representatives will be available in the Virtual Exhibit Hall all day starting at 8:30 a.m. and closing at 4:30 p.m. [Full Announcement].

Equinox welcomes Odessa College to Koha ILS. Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, announced the latest addition to the Koha community with the migration of Odessa College's Learning Resource Center to Koha ILS with Equinox support. [Full Announcement].

hoopla Digital announces BingePass partnership with Creativebug, expanding crafting content for public libraries. hoopla Digital, the only all-in-one digital media app for public libraries and their patrons, announced today that it is partnering with Creativebug, the easy-to-use, high-quality online arts and crafts education resource used by library patrons and consumers around the world. [Full Announcement].

LA Referencia and Lyrasis collaborate to enhance the management of DSpace repositories in Latin America and Spain. LA Referencia and Lyrasis announced the launch of a joint project starting on January 1, 2025, focused on improving the capacity, accessibility and management of open-source platforms across Latin America and Spain. This initiative reflects a commitment to advancing open access to knowledge in these regions by addressing key challenges in repository maintenance, upgrades and user support. The project stems from a collaborative spirit solidified during a meeting held between the LA Referencia Council and the Lyrasis Board of Trustees in Rio de Janeiro held on March 18-19, 2024. [Full Announcement].

ByWater Solutions 2024 Year in Review: Company and Outreach. 2024 was another fantastic year for ByWater Solutions, Koha and Aspen! Although industry experts predicted that interest in new ILS adoption was down by 30% for 2024, ByWater still partnered with 196 new libraries made up of over 45 new contracts for Koha, Aspen, Metabase and Libki. We continue to see a huge interest in Open Source Software within the library technology industry, with more libraries than ever before interested in learning why we do what we do. ByWater has seen a lot of growth internally as well as externally. We have brought on over a dozen new team members during 2024, are in the process of upgrading our internal tools for more efficient project and support management, have promoted several internal team members to strengthen our already impressive Administration Team, and much more. All this while still setting a new bar in the library world regarding implementation and support satisfaction. [Full Announcement].

CCC appoints Catie Sheret, General Counsel for Cambridge University Press and Assessment, to Board of Directors. CCC, a leader in advancing copyright, accelerating knowledge, and powering innovation, today announced the election of Catie Sheret, General Counsel for Cambridge University Press & Assessment, to its Board of Directors. As General Counsel for Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Sheret manages a large global team responsible for legal, business ethics and compliance, brand, community engagement, and sustainability. [Full Announcement].

UNC Greensboro selects TIND Institutional Repository and TIND Digital Archive. The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNC Greensboro) has selected TIND Institutional Repository (TIND IR) and TIND Digital Archive (TIND DA) to preserve and enhance access to its digital collections. By adopting TIND's repository platform, UNC Greensboro joins a growing number of academic institutions consolidating their IR and digital collections onto a single platform to streamline workflows, enhance metadata management, and improve accessibility [Full Announcement].

IGI Global Scientific Publishing announces conference scholarship winners. IGI Global Scientific Publishing, "Publishing Tomorrow's Research Today" since 1988, proudly announces the four winners of its 2024 Librarian Conference Scholarship. Each recipient was awarded $1,000 to support their attendance and travel expenses for the 2024 Charleston Conference, a premier event for academic libraries and scholarly publishing. This scholarship highlights the commitment of IGI Global Scientific Publishing to advancing academic librarianship and fostering collaboration within the scholarly publishing community. Scholarship recipients applied by submitting their answers to one of three prompts about the interplay between artificial intelligence and the future of libraries. [Full Announcement].

Systematic re-wins valuable contract for Denmark's library system. Systematic has just signed an important, three-digit DKK million contract with the Danish municipalities' joint IT organisation KOMBIT to continue the development and operation of the IT system for all public and school libraries in Denmark until 2038. Supplying Denmark's national library system since 2015 has opened doors to new international markets for Systematic with its Cicero library system. The contract expires at the end of 2025, and KOMBIT's choice of supplier for the Common Library System 2.0 has been eagerly awaited by the software company. Systematic was awarded the contract shortly before New Year, and will now develop and implement the libraries' new IT solution as well as handling operations and further development in the coming years. The contract, signed with KOMBIT on behalf of Denmark's 's municipalities, has an estimated value of DKK 220 million, or about $30 million USD. [Full Announcement].

2025 New Hampshire Summit. Then join ByWater Solutions at the New Hampshire Summit on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 10:00 am-3:00 pm to learn more more about Koha and Aspen Discovery. The Summit will be held at Mill Falls in Meredith, NH. ByWater Solutions and members of the Koha and Aspen Communities in New Hampshire, Vermont, and other regions, will discuss how open-source solutions can benefit your library. [Full Announcement].

PTFS Europe announce appointment to the APUC Framework for library services platforms. PTFS Europe announced that it has once again been appointed to the APUC Framework as a supplier for Library Services Platforms. Being on the framework means that we can continue to offer APUC's Higher Education and Further Education member institutions our open source library management solutions through a transparent and efficient procurement process. Ranked 4th overall out of the six appointed suppliers in this competitive tender process, it means a lot as a small business to be positioned amongst some of the biggest suppliers in our sector. We were the highest ranked supplier for the commercial evaluation as we continue to demonstrate fantastic value for money for our customers. [Full Announcement].

Soutron Archive Supports The Radical Archive of Preservation (t.r.a.p.). Soutron Global, an internationally recognized provider of information management solutions for corporate libraries and archives for over 35+ years, announces the implementation of Soutron Archive at The Radical Archive of Preservation, an innovative archival project founded in 2019 and based in Atlanta, GA, founded by Dr. Shady Radical. This innovative archive, powered by Soutron, provides a dynamic and interactive space to explore the stories, performances, and rituals of Black Women and performance-based artists. [Full Announcement].

Clarivate launches DRG Fusion: A new life sciences analytics product powered by real-world data. Clarivate, a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, announced the launch of DRG Fusion, an innovative platform to support commercial analytics in life sciences. Powered by integrated real-world data and built by clinical and data science experts, Fusion provides biopharma and medtech organizations with the tools to understand and act in varied disease and competitive landscapes — eliminating the complexities of raw data management. [Full Announcement].

Understanding the Difference Between EBSCO FOLIO and FOLIO. EBSCO FOLIO and FOLIO might sound similar, but they serve distinct purposes and offer unique benefits to libraries around the globe, influencing the way they manage their resources and engage with their communities. In the ever-evolving world of library services, two names often come up in discussions about modern, open-source solutions: EBSCO FOLIO and FOLIO. While they might sound similar, they serve distinct purposes and offer unique benefits to libraries around the globe. In this blog post, we'll explore what sets these two apart and how they can transform the way libraries manage their resources and engage with their communities. [Full Announcement].

Gale unveils groundbreaking new digital archive on global impact of the American Civil War. Gale, part of Cengage Group, is helping faculty and researchers explore and understand the transnational impact of the American Civil War. The company has launched The American Civil War: The International Context, a new digital archive that demonstrates the far-reaching involvement of European nations in the American Civil War, shedding light on their internal discussions, reactions to diplomatic overtures from both Union and Confederate forces, and the war's impact on international politics and society. This first-of-its-kind collection gives researchers and students an unprecedented look into the global ramifications of one of America's most pivotal conflicts, enabling scholars to analyze the war from a variety of international perspectives and its influence on political history worldwide. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services introduces Academy of Management Collection Archive. An extensive, searchable digital archive collection of three Academy of Management titles – Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review and Academy of Management Executive — is now available from EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO). Academy of Management Collection Archive includes access to the three scholarly journals focused on management theory and practice. The collection is an invaluable resource for researchers, educators, students and management professionals interested in industry trends and the advancement of management research. [Full Announcement].

Equinox welcomes the Missouri Evergreen Consortium to Aspen Discovery. Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce that the Missouri Evergreen Consortium has selected Equinox to provide implementation, hosting, and support for Aspen Discovery. Equinox also provided project management, system configuration, and training for consortium members. [Full Announcement].

Ex Libris introduces ebook resource sharing with Rapido. Digital access is no longer a convenience – it's an expectation. With the growing demand for ebooks, libraries have been searching for a way to share these resources seamlessly. Starting January 2025, Ex Libris Rapido's new ebook resource sharing feature will allow libraries to lend ebooks within their networks, meeting the growing demand for digital content. Supporting both DRM-free and DRM-restricted models – depending on the content provider and publisher [Full Announcement].

Ex Libris launches Library Open Workflows Development Partnership Program. In late November Ex Libris marked a significant milestone with the launch of its Library Open Workflows solution development partnership program. This inaugural kick-off event brought together members from 12 development partner institutions spanning the USA, Europe, Great Britain, and Australia. [Full Announcement].

Massachusetts State Library embraces DSpace-GLAM: A Digital Revolution in Cultural Heritage Management. Massachusetts State Library Embraces DSpace-GLAM. With a long and illustrious history that dates back to 1826, the Massachusetts State Library is embracing the future of digital archiving. With support from 4Science, the leader in open-source digital repository solutions, the library is making the exciting transition from its current DSpace platform to the more sophisticated DSpace-GLAM system. [Full Announcement].

ILLiad selected as the National Library of Medicine's interlibrary loan and document delivery management system. ILLiad has been selected by the National Library of Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, as its interlibrary loan and document delivery management system. The decision to use ILLiad came in response to a competitive proposal process for NLM's ILL and document delivery needs. ILLiad, developed by Atlas Systems, Inc. and offered in partnership with OCLC, is a trusted solution for libraries. With its integration into OCLC's WorldShare Interlibrary Loan network, connecting over 10,000 libraries in more than 50 countries, ILLiad streamlines interlibrary loan workflows and offers a suite of advanced features designed to meet the complex needs of library systems. [Full Announcement].

Book Talks with Benny launches as AI-powered teacher's assistant. Beanstack announced the addition of Book Talks with Benny, an AI-powered teacher's assistant that promotes reading integrity without the need for quizzes or grading. Book Talks with Benny unlocks valuable insights for educators by engaging students in a fun, age-appropriate conversation about the book they're reading when Beanstack detects potentially dishonest logging. [Full Announcement].

Navigating the future of research with emerging topics in InCites. n today's fast-paced research environment, identifying trends early is key. Institutions, researchers, and policymakers need to understand where groundbreaking discoveries are likely to occur to focus effort, inform planning and make investment decisions. Last June, we introduced the Research Horizon Navigator module within InCites Benchmarking & Analytics to enable users to identify emerging topics: areas of research gaining momentum and influence. Emerging topics help research stakeholders make better-informed decisions about research strategy and direction. [Full Announcement].

CRL Mission & Vision Statement. The Center for Research Libraries is pleased to announce its new Mission and Vision statement, one of the results of a comprehensive review of CRL's institutional goals and governance. [Full Announcement].

THEC announces new partnership with TBR and Ithaka S+R to support adult learners and boost degree completion. The Tennessee Higher Education Commission along with the Tennessee Board of Regents announced a new partnership with Ithaka S+R to expand educational opportunities for adult learners across the state. The research project will bring together leaders from Tennessee's community colleges to develop innovative strategies supporting degree completion for Tennesseans who have previously earned college credits but did not finish and cannot return due to account holds. [Full Announcement].

CSIRO Publishing selects Silverchair. Silverchair announced a partnership with CSIRO Publishing to host their rich repository of over 120,000 articles and extensive book collection. SIRO Publishing is Australia's leading science publisher of books, journals and magazines. Their mission is to enhance the impact of science by communicating the outcomes of research, empowering decision makers, and enriching the lives of their readers. [Full Announcement].

Digital Audiobooks lead growth in library circulation for the second year. Digital audiobooks continue to dominate circulation in US public libraries, with strong growth in both adult and youth audiobook collections. A new survey conducted by Library Journal and School Library Journal, in partnership with the Audio Publishers Association, highlights the ongoing shift towards digital audio content. The survey, conducted in September and October of 2024, gathered responses from 486 library professionals across the U.S. involved in audiobook selection and purchasing. [Full Announcement].

Les musées de Paris ont choisi Axiell pour leur gestion des collections. Axiell, le principal fournisseur mondial de logiciels et de services pour le secteur culturel, annonce le déploiement de son système flexible de gestion des collections basé sur le web, Axiell Collections, au sein de l'Établissement Public Paris Musées. Paris Musées, qui regroupe 14 musées et sites patrimoniaux répartis dans la ville de Paris, est responsable d'une collection de plus d'un million d'œuvres, désormais gérées via Axiell Collections. Ce projet a également permis de rendre 400 000 objets accessibles au public via le site web de Paris Musées. [Full Announcement].

Pearson and Microsoft announce multiyear partnership to transform the future of learning and work with AI. Microsoft and Pearson, the world's lifelong learning company, announced a strategic collaboration to help address one of the top challenges facing organizations globally: skilling for the era of AI. The partnership will focus on providing employers, workers and learners with new AI-powered products and services to help prepare the current and future workforce across industries for the era of work in an AI-driven economy. By combining Pearson's expertise in learning and assessment with Microsoft's cloud and AI technologies, this partnership will play a foundational role in helping organizations realize the full value of AI through reskilling. [Full Announcement].

El carné único llega a todas las bibliotecas públicas de la Comunidad de Madrid. La Comunidad de Madrid ha completado la implantación del carné único con la incorporación de los últimos centros al catálogo colectivo. Con este carné, la ciudadanía de toda la región puede acceder a más de nueve millones de documentos y disfrutar de una amplia gama de servicios ofrecidos por las bibliotecas públicas. Este proyecto de integración consolida el acceso universal a los recursos bibliotecarios madrileños, beneficiando a millones de personas en toda la comunidad. [Full Announcement].

Elsevier appoints Stuart Whayman as President of Corporate Markets. Elsevier, a global leader in scientific information and analytics, announced today the appointment of Stuart Whayman as President of Corporate Markets effective January 6, 2025. Mr. Whayman will report to Kumsal Bayazit, CEO of Elsevier, and will lead the global business that provides advanced scientific and technical information, data and decision support solutions for innovation to R&D-focused organizations across various industries, including pharmaceuticals and chemicals. [Full Announcement].

1,200 New IGI Global Scientific Publishing books indexed by Scopus. Throughout 2024, IGI Global Scientific Publishing has added nearly 650 new research books to the prestigious Scopus index. This achievement builds on the publisher's continued prominence in Scopus, with nearly 1,200 books—representing 85% of its total publishing output—added over the past two years. These additions further strengthen the impressive Scopus-indexed collection from IGI Global Scientific Publishing. [Full Announcement].

Cristin Hipke Joins NISO as Standards Program Manager. The National Information Standards Organization announced that Cristin Hipke has joined the organization this month in the role of Standards Program Manager. Cristin will help to advance NISO's mission of developing authoritative standards for the information community by leading volunteer working groups and committees and providing them with organizational, logistical, and promotional support. In her new position, she will work closely with her colleague and fellow Standards Program Manager, Keondra Bailey. [Full Announcement].

Civica appoints Christopher Smith as APAC Executive Vice President. Civica, a global GovTech champion supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day, announces the appointment of Christopher Smith as its Executive Vice President and Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Chris joins Civica's Executive Committee, reporting to CEO Lee Perkins. [Full Announcement].

Discovery Integration with Koha and TDNet Webinar. Have you been looking for a way to search across your library's entire collection, including both physical and digital resources, through a single search interface? Then join PTFS-Europe and ByWater Solutions for a 1-hour webinar to learn more about the integration between Koha and TDNet. [Full Announcement].

Elsevier and the American College of Cardiology expand 40-year partnership to support clinician access to evidence-based guidelines at the point of care. Elsevier Health, a global leader in health information and data analytics, has expanded their partnership with the American College of Cardiology (ACC), the global leader in transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health for all. The partnership ensures that ACC's Clinical Practice Guidelines and Expert Consensus Decision Pathways on a range of cardiology topics, including heart failure and atrial fibrillation, are made available through ClinicalKey AI, Elsevier's leading generative AI-powered clinical decision support solution. [Full Announcement].

Derwent World Patents Index: 2025 updates that redefine precision in patent analysis. The world of innovation thrives on precision, and when it comes to patent data, Derwent World Patents Index remains the world's most comprehensive database of enhanced patent documents. The latest annual revision to the DWPI manual coding system for 2025 is now complete. Our internal [Full Announcement].

Springer Nature: Authors, editors and peer reviewers supported with launch of new AI tool. Springer Nature has launched a new AI-driven tool to help editors and peer reviewers by automating a number of editorial quality checks and alerting editors to potentially unsuitable manuscripts so that they can be held back from peer review. Developed in-house, this is the latest AI tool planned for integration into Springer Nature's next generation article submission and processing platform, Snapp, following the inclusion in 2024 of two AI tools to identify fake content. Working in collaboration with researchers and designed to seamlessly integrate with Snapp, it is currently being tested and verified on over 100 OA journals, including Scientific Reports the largest OA journal in the world, and across over 100,000 submissions. [Full Announcement].

Wolters Kluwer launches AI-driven nursing education remediation, enhancing student preparedness. Wolters Kluwer Health announced that Lippincott Ready for NCLEX-RN will now feature AI-driven remediation with personalized, multi-modal improvement plans, benefiting both nurse educators and students. These innovative, easy-to-use enhancements better prepare students for their nursing licensure exam, the Next Generation National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), by providing adaptive and clinically focused learning materials. [Full Announcement].

The Society for Scholarly Publishing welcomes Christen Pruitt as Business Development Manager. The Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP) welcomes Christen Pruitt as its new Business Development Manager. In this role, Christen will collaborate closely with SSP staff, volunteers, the Executive Director, and the Board to set strategic direction for business growth. She will focus on expanding sponsorship, advertising, exhibits, and key product and program sales while supporting organizational memberships and fundraising initiatives. [Full Announcement].

EAST supporting collection analysis for Private Academic Library Network of Indiana. EAST is working with the Private Academic Library Network of Indiana on a group collection analysis project to explore the relationship between their circulating print collections and the EAST collective collection. Twenty-three of PALNI's supported institutions are participating in the analysis, which will allow PALNI to distribute retention commitments across its membership and envision what EAST membership may look like at the individual and group levels. PALNI's goals for the project are to demonstrate the value of their shared collection more clearly, take the next steps toward collaboratively managing PALNI's collection as a whole, and ensure its effective management and preservation. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems Library Solutions and Timberland Regional Library announce the implementation and launch of Intelligent Material Management System. Timberland Regional Library, headquartered in Tumwater, Washington, successfully launched the Intelligent Material Management System from Lyngsoe Systems Library Solutions. Timberland Regional Library is the first library utilizing the Symphony integrated library system from SirsiDynix to implement IMMS. [Full Announcement].

Clarivate to partner with San Diego Circuit to create a new consortial borrowing experience. Clarivate announced that San Diego Circuit, a dynamic consortium of academic and public libraries, has entered into a development partner agreement with Ex Libris, part of Clarivate, to develop a new consortial borrowing experience. For nearly thirty years, the Circuit has enabled all residents of San Diego county to make use of the collections of member libraries. By streamlining the user experience and simplifying staff workflows this collaboration is expected to enhance the benefits for San Diego county residents. [Full Announcement].

hoopla Digital and SOLUS Announce Partnership. hoopla Digital, the only all-in-one digital media app for public libraries and their patrons, announced its partnership with SOLUS and its Library App, allowing for the seamless integration of the expansive hoopla content collection into online public library catalogs. This integration delivers an intuitive experience, allowing library patrons to effortlessly discover and borrow from hoopla's millions of titles, including audiobooks, eBooks, comics and manga, music, movies, television, and more with BingePass. [Full Announcement].

Recommitting to DPLA's Mission in a Year of Transition. DPLA held its inaugural new year kickoff meeting. Over 100 people joined to begin what promises to be a significant year for all of the organization's work. The goal was to review the progress made in 2024, and to invite people to be part of launching the next phase of its work. [Full Announcement].

Woollahra Libraries cut stocktaking time and errors with Libero. The winner of the Knosys Libero Innovation Award 2024 is Woollahra Libraries for improving their stocktake processes. Previously, stocktaking was time-consuming and prone to errors. With the help of Libero, the library introduced a more efficient system, reducing manual work and increasing accuracy.“The more efficient stocktake process allows us to more readily see when a stock item was last scanned – this is useful context when we assist members looking for items that cannot be located” said Jody Rodas, Manager at Woollahra Libraries. [Full Announcement].

BioWorld by Clarivate Releases Comprehensive 2024 Year in Review. BioWorld published by Clarivate, a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, has released its highly anticipated 2024 Year in Review series. This multipart special report offers an in-depth analysis of the therapeutic trends, regulatory actions and economic shifts that defined biopharma, med tech and scientific innovation over the past year while forecasting key developments for 2025. [Full Announcement].

ScannX strikes Platinum in 2025 Modern Library Awards: A stellar 11th year of recognition. ScannX, the leading developer of cloud-based book scanning solutions for libraries, announced its receipt of three prestigious platinum and two gold awards in LibraryWorks' 11th annual Modern Library Awards. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to impartiality, the MLAs honor the finest products and services in the library industry. [Full Announcement].

Gale Receives Platinum in 2025 Modern Library Awards from LibraryWorks for the fourth consecutive year. Gale, part of Cengage Group, is pleased to announce that it has received four platinum awards in LibraryWorks' eleventh annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs) for its adult learning and youth large print resources. The MLAs were created to recognize the top products and services in the library industry in a truly unbiased format. This is the fourth consecutive year Gale has been recognized by the MLAs for product excellence. [Full Announcement].

OpenAthens receives platinum in 2025 Modern Library Awards from LibraryWorks. OpenAthens, a leading single sign-on library solution, is proud to announce it received a platinum award in LibraryWorks' eleventh annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs) for the seventh year in a row. [Full Announcement].

OCLC's CloudLibrary honored with Platinum 2025 Modern Library Award from LibraryWorks. CloudLibrary, OCLC's platform that offers access to a wide variety of digital content through libraries, has received Platinum recognition as part of the 2025 Modern Library Awards from LibraryWorks. [Full Announcement].

Euromonitor International receives a Platinum distinction in the 2025 Modern Library Awards for Passport. Euromonitor International, a leading provider of global market research, announced that its flagship product, Passport, has been awarded Platinum in LibraryWorks' 11th annual Modern Library Awards. This prestigious accolade is based on feedback and scoring by librarians who actively use and rely on Passport, ensuring an unbiased evaluation of its features and performance. [Full Announcement].

Syndetics Unbound receives Platinum designation in 2025 Modern Library Awards. Syndetics Unbound, a library catalog enrichment service from ProQuest, part of Clarivate, has earned a Platinum Award in LibraryWorks' Modern Library Awards. The MLAs are judged by librarians with hands-on experience using the nominated products. This year, LibraryWorks invited more than 90,000 librarians from public, K-12, academic and special libraries to score products from zero to 10 on functionality, value, customer service and more. Only products that earn an overall score of 8.5 and above earn a Platinum designation. [Full Announcement].

Meescan awarded with platinum in 2025 Modern Library Awards. Meescan announced that we've received the Platinum Award for the third year in a row in the 11th annual edition of Modern Library Awards by Library Works. This is the highest honor, and it recognizes the best products and services for libraries, based on functionality, customer service, and value, rated by feedback from real library users. [Full Announcement].

Six Years and Counting: EBSCO Honored by Modern Library Awards. Unique library solutions available from EBSCO have once again been honored by the Modern Library Awards, winning four Platinum distinctions and one Gold distinction. [Full Announcement].

TLC's Library Management System Awarded Platinum again. The Library Corporation once again received a platinum distinction in LibraryWorks' 11th annual Modern Library Awards for Library.Solution for Schools. Designed for K-12 school libraries, the library management system has been optimized with over 25 years of district collaboration. [Full Announcement].

EveryLibrary Live! celebrates the Joy of Reading, February 11–14, 2025. EveryLibrary, the leading national organization advocating for public libraries, is proud to host Library Lovers Week 2025, a four-day virtual festival celebrating books, authors, and the transformative power of libraries. Known for championing public funding for libraries and fighting censorship, EveryLibrary actively builds coalitions and supports grassroots efforts to protect access to books and information in communities nationwide. [Full Announcement].

ByWater Solutions welcomes Michael Adamyk. ByWater Solutions, an open-source community contributor and America's forefront provider of Open-Source library technology support announced that Michael Adamyk has joined the ByWater Solutions team. [Full Announcement].

ViewScan Microfilm Scanner Receives 11th Consecutive Platinum Modern Library Award. For an eleventh consecutive year, ST Imaging has been recognized with the Platinum Modern Library Awards (MLAs) from LibraryWorks for the ViewScan 4 on-demand microfilm scanner. ST Imaging, a Digital Check brand, is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacturing of digital microfilm viewer/scanners, and the only microfilm scanner manufacturer to continuously receive the Platinum MLA for all eleven years. [Full Announcement].

D-Tech's SMART Hold Lockers awarded Platinum distinction in the 2025 Modern Library Awards. The D-Tech SMART Hold Lockers have once again achieved Platinum distinction in the 2025 Modern Library Awards. The company is thrilled and honoured by this recognition, as it highlights our continued commitment to delivering innovative solutions that truly make a difference in libraries. [Full Announcement].

New Hoopla Integration with TLC.Go. The Library Corporation announced a new hoopla Digital integration for TLC.Go, its mobile app for libraries. This integration is available following a recent partnership between hoopla Digital and SOLUS, to bring the expansive hoopla content collection to TLC libraries using the SOLUS-based mobile app. Libraries with the app can extend access to hoopla's millions of titles to their patrons — directly from the app, including audiobooks, eBooks, comics and manga, music, movies, television, and more with BingePass. [Full Announcement].

ByWater Solutions 2024 Year in Review: Koha Community. 2024 was an exciting year for the Koha Community! In Part 2 of our Year in Review, we take a look at enhancements with the new upgrades, community events, and more. [Full Announcement].

Tech Logic's baseCAMP Receives Platinum-Level Ratings for MLA 2025. Tech Logic is pleased to announce that baseCAMP, their central web-based management portal, has received platinum level ratings for the 2025 Modern Library (MLA) Awards. This is baseCAMP's second year in a row receiving platinum-level ratings. The MLAs were created to recognize the top products and services in the library industry. To judge the baseCAMP product, Tech Logic submitted customer references who use baseCAMP regularily, and these customers provided the MLA administration team with ratings based on baseCAMP's functionality and overall value. [Full Announcement].

Taylor & Francis launches its most advanced and accessible eReader. Taylor & Francis has announced the introduction of an innovative eReader for its eBooks platform, providing a seamless and enhanced experience for all readers. Accessibility was a key priority for the development, ensuring the eReader meets the reading requirements of all users. The Taylor & Francis eBooks platform previously offered two eReader options, for basic or advanced features. Responding to feedback, the new eReader combines into one application the full range of features, including personalization, powerful search and offline access, as well as enhancements to support students and researchers. [Full Announcement].

MackinVIA earns prestigious Platinum Modern Library Award from LibraryWorks for its 10th consecutive year. Mackin, a leader in providing print and digital educational resources for PK-12, announced that its free digital content management platform, MackinVIA, has earned the Platinum Award in LibraryWorks' 10th annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs). This prestigious accolade marks MackinVIA's 10th consecutive win, solidifying its position as a top choice for digital content management in schools worldwide. [Full Announcement].

Biblionix receives Platinum Distinction for Gabbie 2-Way Texting at 2025 Modern Library Awards. Biblionix, a leading provider of cloud-based library management systems, has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Distinction for its Gabbie 2-Way Texting feature at the 2025 Modern Library Awards. This recognition comes from a panel of librarian judges who evaluated the product based on quality, functionality, value, and customer service. The Gabbie 2-Way Texting feature, integrated into Biblionix's Apollo library management system, enables seamless communication between libraries and their patrons through text messaging. This innovative solution allows patrons to manage their accounts, renew materials, and receive notifications without requiring direct staff intervention. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services honored with multiple Platinum distinctions in 2025 Modern Library Awards. EBSCO Information Services has earned top distinction for four product solutions in the 2025 Modern Library Awards. Core Collection en Español, LibraryAware, PrepSTEP for High Schools and OpenAthens received Modern Library Award's highest honor, Platinum. All products have earned the Platinum award multiple years in a row. [Full Announcement].

Cengage Group announces CFO transition, appoints Dean Tilsley. Cengage Group, a global edtech company, today announced that Bob Munro, the company's Chief Financial Officer since 2019, has made the decision to step down from his role, and will be succeeded by Dean Tilsley. [Full Announcement].

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