Implementing change: Realizing the results of collaborating in the cloud (WorldShare)

SPONSORED BY: OCLC and Library Journal
EVENT DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, November 13th, 2013, 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET

Libraries share many common challenges: scarce resources, increased user demand and ever more complex collections, systems and workflows. To help manage these challenges, today’s cloud-based library management services are offering workflows that save time and discovery solutions that meet users’ expectations.

Libraries using these services are seeing drastic reductions in the time it takes for routine tasks because of the integration in the cloud between libraries, applications, partners and data. Not only can information be shared between departments, but between libraries, improving quality and relevance as it’s enhanced along the way.

As a result, libraries save staff time and money while improving efficiency, workflows and user satisfaction. In short, cloud-based library management services, like OCLC WorldShare® Management Services, require less time in your library’s back office. This provides more time and resources to do the things that make your institution truly unique and that help you serve your users better.

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Next Generation Library Systems

Here is a list of the primary next generation library system websites. If you are aware of others not listed, please add a comment.

Ex Libris Alma  (library management services)

Innovative Interfaces Inc. Sierra  (services platform)

Kuali Foundation Open Library Environment (OLE)

OCLC WorldShare Management Services (WMS)

Serials Solutions Intota  (web-scale management solution)

SirsiDynix BLUEcloud Suite  (next generation solutions for Horizon and Symphony)

VTLS, Inc. Open Skies  (library services platform)

OCLC WorldShare Webinar

Streamlining management, discovery and access of print collections with OCLC WorldShare Management Services
During this live, one-hour demonstration, you’ll see how OCLC WorldShare® Management Services simplify library management workflows and improve discovery and access of your library’s physical collections, including print materials, journals and serials. Q&A will follow the demonstration.
October 16, 2:00-3:00
November 19, 2:00-3:00
December 10, 2:00-3:00