Ex Libris, part of Clarivate, is delighted to announce that a group of five prestigious private university libraries in Germany have selected Alma and Primo as their new library management and discovery solutions. This strategic decision underscores the libraries' commitment to optimizing their operations and providing exceptional services to their users.

The group, comprising

• MSH Medical School Hamburg – University of Applied Sciences and Medical University (MSH),
• MSB Medical School Berlin – Hochschule für Gesundheit und Medizin (MSB),
• BSP Business & Law School – Hochschule für Management und Recht
• HMU Health and Medical University in Potsdam (HMU) and the
• HMU Health and Medical University Erfurt (HMU Erfurt),

recognized the need to streamline their operations and reduce redundancies. Each institution boasts its own library with unique collections and services, but the potential for greater efficiency through a unified system was clear.

"Sharing one environment amongst all five libraries to manage our growing e-resource collections efficiently is an essential improvement for us," commented Celine Schweinfurth, Head of the Library at MSH. "The ability to provide a single point of access for the huge variety of electronic material for our patrons and keeping up with the latest technology developments, like large language models and AI, ensures that we are recognized as a reliable, competent and innovative service partner for our respective patrons."

For library staff, Alma and Primo will transform the management and presentation of their electronic collections. With the increasing number of electronic subscriptions, it is essential to maximize the usage of these costly resources and simplify the administration of them. The shared environment among the five libraries will allow for better utilization of staff, improve collaboration, deliver more efficiency, and simplify operations.

The use of Alma with Primo promises numerous benefits for library users. The unified system enhances the user experience, making it much easier for patrons to quickly find the electronic content they need. In addition, a user-friendly interface can better support academic success by simplifying the discovery and delivery process for patrons.

This transition to Alma and Primo represents a significant milestone for the group of libraries, especially as the proliferation of resources continues. Discover how you can support users and staff through a unified solution.