Updates from the field: impressive library systems and a pivotal judicial ruling

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to describe the impressive features of the new integrated library systems in development.

Design/methodology/approach

The article highlights this next wave of ILS development, and its alignment with library practices and workflows.

Findings

The article is optimistic about the nature of these technology developments.

Originality/value

The article provides an overview of these new systems. The article also updates readers on the status of the copyright infringement case pending against Georgia State University.

Citation

Medeiros, N. (2013), "Updates from the field: impressive library systems and a pivotal judicial ruling", OCLC Systems & Services: International digital library perspectives, Vol. 29 No. 1, pp. 4-6. https://doi.org/10.1108/10650751311294492