Press releases
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COVID-19 research partnership to inform safe handling of collections, reopening practices for libraries, museums
The Institute of Museum and Library Services, together with OCLC and Battelle, announced a new collaboration to support the nation's libraries and museums as they consider safe reopening practices in light of COVID-19.
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OCLC's COVID-19 page brings together resources to help libraries serve their communities during the pandemic
OCLC’s COVID-19 page brings together timely information, valuable resources, and opportunities for online discussion and instruction to help library professionals continue to serve their communities during the pandemic.
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University of Roehampton selects OCLC's WorldShare Management Services
The University of Roehampton has selected OCLC's WorldShare Management Services (WMS) as their new library services platform to improve workflow efficiencies and the user experience.
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OCLC, PLA report offers strategies for public libraries to respond to the opioid crisis
OCLC and the Public Library Association (PLA) today issued Call to Action: Public Libraries and the Opioid Crisis, a report that offers tested strategies to consider as libraries determine local responses to the nationwide public health emergency.
Announcements
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WorldShare ILL and Tipasa updates make it easier to find electronic resources
WorldShare ILL and Tipasa users can easily view more detailed holdings information, enabling borrowers to quickly find electronic resources.
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Help crowdsource the safe return of ILL physical items
As libraries begin to reopen, ILL professionals need to know if, and when, to send ILL physical items back to their home libraries. At the request of the ILL community, and to support this urgent need, OCLC is providing an easy way for you to signal ...
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Anja Smit and Shirley Chiu-wing Wong elected to the OCLC Board of Trustees
On 24 March 2020, OCLC Global Council convened virtually for its annual meeting, introduced candidates to serve on the OCLC Board of Trustees, and presented instructions for the 2020 online election. The election concluded on 17 April, and the votes ...