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“Webscale management, in conjunction with WorldCat Local, represents the most significant development in librarianship since automation. My anticipation is that WMS will continue to evolve as new technologies and user needs demand.”

Peter G. Obuchan, Newbury College Director of Library Services

Creating a different future for library services

OCLC WorldShare Management Services provide a Web-based environment that streamlines cataloging, acquisitions, license management and circulation, and offer a next-gen discovery tool for library users.

Both replacing and standing apart from traditional ILS systems, OCLC WorldShare Management Services enable libraries to share infrastructure costs and resources, as well as collaborate in ways that free them from the restrictions of local hardware and software.

The top reasons libraries are choosing OCLC WorldShare Management Services:

Shared data. Based on the aggregated data of WorldCat, the WorldCat knowledge base, vendor records, authority records and more.
Radically-improved workflows. Seamless integration of ordering, receiving and cataloging saves time!
Intuitive and streamlined staff interface. Common interface manages all physical, electronic and digital materials.
Increased visibility on the Web. OCLC partnerships redirect users from the open Web straight to your library.
Single search access. Google-like searching delivers content from your library and the world’s library collections.
IT tasks offloaded to us. No longer managing hardware, software, and updates lets you reallocate resources.
Apps from OCLC WorldShare Platform. Creation, sharing and use of new applications enhances your staff and patron experience.