University Libraries Publications
Title
Experiences from the Field: Choosing a Discovery Tool for YOUR Unique Library
Publication Title
Charleston Library Conference Proceedings
Publication Date
2011
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
DOI
10.5703/1288284314966
Keywords
Discovery tools, library resources
Disciplines
Collection Development and Management | Library and Information Science
Abstract
Our users want an easier way to search library resources; currently, there are many discovery tools available, which can seem daunting. How do you know which one will work for your unique library? Librarians from different types of libraries—an online library, a land-grant school, a law library, a private university, and a consortium—describe how they evaluated the available products and made decisions on which tools to implement. A variety of platforms are discussed, including: Ebsco’s Discovery Service, III’s Encore Synergy Discovery, Serials Solutions’ Summon, and even a homegrown solution. Discover what libraries are looking for in these tools, strategies for determining which one best fits your needs, and lessons learned throughout the process from the investigation phase to implementation.
Recommended Citation
Castaldo, Jennifer; Dulaney, Christine Korytnyk; Klingler, Tom; Rossman, Doralyn; and Wrubel, Laura (2011). Experiences from the Field: Choosing a Discovery Tool for YOUR Unique Library. Charleston Library Conference Proceedings , 562-569. doi: 10.5703/1288284314966 Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.kent.edu/libpubs/240