OCLC WorldShare® Interlibrary Loan support

Spotlight on WorldShare ILL
Is Your Library Ready for WorldShare ILL?

OCLC WorldShare® Interlibrary Loan is a new service that will replace WorldCat Resource Sharing, as part of libraries' existing subscriptions. The service centralizes workflows now managed in multiple systems, and will provide new functionality that speeds fulfillment of interlibrary loan requests and saves time for library staff and library users.

Before you begin...

Learn how to prepare for your use of WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.

Get documentation and training

Several types of resources are available to help you become familiar with WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.

Don't forget your policies

The OCLC Policies Directory is key to the efficient operation of resource sharing, allowing other libraries to quickly determine if and how an item you hold can be borrowed. Inaccurate policies mean delays and precious time lost in turnaround.

Your policies need to be present and accurate in the Directory. Please log on to the OCLC Policies Directory with your WorldCat Resource Sharing authorization and update your information.

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