This presentation was provided by Thomas Mercer of Bibliotheca, during the 13th Annual NISO-BISG forum "Interoperability: From Silos to An Ecosystem," held on June 24, 2020.

1. 13th Annual BISG-NISO Forum
June 24, 2020

2. Interconnected solutions
that bring strategic library
visions to life
Supported by our knowledgeable and friendly service team
Quality supplies
you can count on
Connect with users
in new places
Extend hours and provide
more convenient access
Engage users
through self-service
Make library staff
as efficient as
possible
Provide an engaging
digital experience
Streamline returns with
efficient workflow
Protect valuable
materials

3. Bibliotheca’s Role in Interoperability
● 1st content provider to integrate with ILS
● 1st to integrate with a library mobile app
● 1st allowed eBooks reading with SimplyE
● 1st Audiobook Partner with SimplyE
● Custom report for CollectionHQ integration
● Partner with Readium Technology to improve
reading experiences
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4. Speedbumps to Interoperability
Exclusive
Content
Contractual
Reporting
Requirements
DRM Controls for
Content
Market
Dominance of
One Player

5. Open discovery
across the library
eco-system of apps
Library App
ILS
Discovery
Layers
cloudLibrary App
Library Patrons

6. Open Source
DRM
Free reading to
happen
anywhere
Diversify
Content
Acquisition
Migrate users
to a library
owned
ecosystem
Partnerships with
libraries & other
vendors
Improve user
experiences
Where we can go?

7. Thank you. We look forward to providing you with a detailed
plan for a customized package that fits your needs
and your budget