USMAI member libraries have reported generally positive experiences with the consortium's DDA e-book pilot program, and they have expressed a desire to make it a permanent collection development activity. Ensuring that this program remains a consor-tial activity first requires that DDA models remain a viable option for both libraries and publishers. Dialogue among consortia, publishers, and vendors hosting content is essential; both library budgetary limitations and publisher revenue concerns must be addressed. Making data-driven decisions within the framework of the consortium's mission as well as the project's objectives has served USMAI well during the first two years of the pilot and must continue as the parameters of the shared e-book collection are refined. Finally, developing sustainable processing workflows will be critical in ensuring that users are able to discover all e-books available in the collection at any given time. Honest discussion, flexibility, and data sharing are necessary components in establishing and maintaining positive partnerships between and among publishers, vendors, and consortial working groups, all of which contribute toward making a consortial e-book program successful. We must not lose sight of the fact that these collections exist for the benefit of our users. Keeping the conversation focused on finding workable solutions will enable all us to make informed decisions in sustaining and effectively managing consortial DDA e-book programs.
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