Creating the library of the future
Libraries and learning resources services have embraced digital practice over three decades. Lis Parcell reflects on their pioneering approach and considers how libraries will continue to reinvent themselves >>
What can we learn from the Myspace data loss?
A major data loss by file sharing platform Myspace is a timely reminder about trust and the permanence of online content platforms >>
How can libraries adapt more effectively to the use of digital technologies? By learning from global examples.
I had the pleasure of attending the Library Global Excellence Tour in Cardiff Central Library where this was the pivotal question of the day. >>
New digital resource to reveal the hidden possibilities for library collections
Researchers and librarians face a common concern: how can we ensure sustainable access to special collections to deliver better research? >>
The benefits of a shared library management system – and why Wales is leading the way
In a groundbreaking achievement, all universities in Wales, NHS libraries and the National Library of Wales now share a single, bilingual library management system (LMS). >>
The impact of article processing charges for libraries and what we’re doing to help
We’re part way down the road to open access. Gold open access is becoming an increasingly popular choice for articles, and article processing charges (APCs) are the dominant business model for funding them. >>
Enhancing the efficiency of library support services
This week’s Society of College, National and University Libraries (SCONUL) summer conference and AGM is based around the theme of 'library transformation'. >>
What you need to know about the Research Excellence Framework (REF) open access policy
Today marks the start of another chapter on the UK’s road to open access (OA). This is the date when the UK education funding councils’ post-2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF) OA policy comes into effect. >>
