OCLC Enters Fray with New Library System

摘要

In a bold move that could reshape the library automation landscape, OCLC has expanded WorldCat Local's existing cataloging and discovery tools with new circulation, delivery, and acquisi-rntions features. This new project, which OCLC calls "the first web-scale, cooperative library management service," will ultimately bring intornWorldCat Local the full complement of functions traditionally performed by a locally installed integrated library system (ILS) and, OCLC says, at a lower cost.rnLibraries that subscribe to First-Search WorldCat will get, for no additional charge, the WorldCat Local "quick start" service: a locally branded catalog interface and a simple search box that present localized search results for print and electronic content along with the ability to search the entire WorldCat database and other resources via the web. Further automation support would come next year.