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Breeding, Marshall, Smarter Libraries through Technology: The Critical Need for Efficient Resource Sharing
It's an unfortunate reality that no library today has the funding to acquire all the resources needed to satisfy the research needs and interests of its users. Even the most well-funded libraries must make difficult choices regarding the print and electronic resources they are able to acquire. The limitation of library budgets and the constant increases in pricing result in incredible pressure on the development of collections. Libraries naturally supplement their direct collections with additional services where they can obtain materials from external sources when needed by their patrons. Interlibrary loan, document delivery, and other resource sharing services. When not available locally, libraries aim to provide requested materials in the fastest, most efficient, and least costly way possible. |
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Breeding, Marshall, Ex Libris Acquires RapidILL
In a move that expands its exiting involvement in resource sharing for academic libraries, Ex Libris has acquired RapidILL from Colorado State University. This acquisition expands the company's existing strategy to develop resource sharing products based on its Alma library services platform. RapidILL will continue as a service available to all libraries regardless of the automation systems used. Ex Libris and Colorado State University position this acquisition as an opportunity for RapidILL to see faster software development and to expand its presence globally. |
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Breeding, Marshall, Smart Libraries Q&A: Best practices for Library Websites
What best practices do you recommend for our library websites? |
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