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Products and Services : Cataloging and Metadata
COMMUNITY—work together to build a resource for the library world 
WORKFLOW—streamline technical processing and create efficiencies for all  QUALITY—use internationally accepted standards The many advantages of membership include: the millions of MARC records which cause squeals of delight to the cataloguing community and which are easy to contribute; international interlibrary loan; cataloguing and metadata services such as the WorldCat Cataloging Partners service; and the gateway to cutting-edge research designed to make your library accelerate in the virtual reality of today.” Mary Curran, Head of Cataloguing Services at the University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada The commitment of librarians to cooperation and resource sharing is one of the greatest strengths of the profession. Members use OCLC cataloging and metadata services, which are based on WorldCat, to extend and enhance the power of library cooperation. By being a part of this global community, you are building and enhancing an international, Web-scale resource for the library world that will help your users find information they need and increase the productivity of your staff. Working together creates efficiencies for all. Thanks to the ongoing work of dedicated OCLC member catalogers, WorldCat provides the most valuable data to keep collection information accurate. The need for original cataloging is minimized, and authority work is streamlined by automatic updating of controlled headings. Your technical processing will be faster and more accurate as members share the effort to create and maintain metadata for print, electronic and digital collections. The cooperatives' adherence to standards and principles underpin WorldCat and OCLC Cataloging services, making them two of the most trusted and valued resources in the library community. In addition, a dedicated staff of cataloging experts and researchers are constantly enhancing WorldCat-based services to keep members on the edge of innovation and to help libraries advance and adapt in changing times. We can work with you to determine the best mix of services based on your workflow. more stories ›› Latest Presentations
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