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WorldCat Local general frequently asked questions

• What configuration options are available to a library in WorldCat Local?
  

  Configuration options include the following:

  • Unique URL as a subdomain of WorldCat.org
  • Branded interface with logo and colour options for backgrounds and links
  • Branded version of the WorldCat search box for use on your Web site and other Web sites that are familiar to your users
  • Definition of institution, branches and/or group to determine the priority position in search results
  • Interoperability with a library's local system and/or consortial borrowing system (three configurable levels) in areas such as display of item availability, circulation, resource sharing, the ability to place holds and link to an OpenURL resolver
  • Definition of the workflow for institution requests, group requests and requests made to other WorldCat libraries.
  • Selection of databases, to be included in the single search
  • Creation of searchable groups of databases
  • Designation of default database(s) or database group
  • Use of information from Local Holdings Records (LHRs)
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• What kinds of statistical reports does OCLC provide to WorldCat Local libraries?
  

  OCLC provides WorldCat Local subscribers with access to a hosted tracking/metrics tool to view all Web usage statistics for their WorldCat Local site. This consists of dozens of reports, most of which are customisable to fit an institution's needs. The reports include (but are not limited to) search counts, search terms, delivery option clicks and page views for every local page.

  Usage statistics for licensed content from OCLC that is accessed through WorldCat Local are included in FirstSearch statistical reports at www.stats.oclc.org and through the Product Services Web site at http://psw.oclc.org/. Usage statistics for content from non-OCLC sources are available from the providers of those sources.

  Starting in November, all statistics will be available via the hosted tracking tool.

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