Databases – http://www.masslibsystem.org Stronger Together Fri, 27 May 2016 14:18:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.5.2 Stronger Together Databases – Stronger Together Databases – http://www.masslibsystem.org/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/category/rs/databases/ NISO publishes recommendations for discovery services http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/30/niso-publishes-recommendations-for-discovery-services/ Mon, 30 Jun 2014 11:19:16 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10227

NISO recently released its recommended practices for library discovery services.  Read all about it!

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MA eBook Project in the News http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/28/ma-ebook-project-in-the-news/ Sat, 28 Jun 2014 14:19:11 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10222 Continue reading ]]>

Boston.com recently posted a feature article on the pilot project for a statewide eBook platform. It includes some background on the issues libraries and consortia face in their attempts to meet patron needs in this area.

Please see:  http://www.boston.com/business/technology/2014/06/27/why-difficult-for-your-library-stock-ebooks/rrl464TPxDaYmDnJewOmzH/story.html

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NISO publishes recommendations on DDA http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/26/niso-publishes-recommendations-on-dda/ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 11:39:08 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10218

NISO has just released its “recommended practices” for DDA programs.  We will definitely be looking at this document as we continue planning for ebooks and our hopes for a successful legislative agenda.  Take a peek!

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2013 Charleston Conference proceedings available online http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/22/2013-charleston-conference-proceedings-available-online/ Sun, 22 Jun 2014 18:00:57 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10215

The 2013 Charleston Conference proceedings are now available free online.  There were many great programs on electronic resources and ebooks.  Take a peek!

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Resource Sharing and BiblioTemps Assistant [Full Time] http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/11/resource-sharing-and-bibliotemps-assistant-full-time/ Wed, 11 Jun 2014 19:23:30 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10190 Continue reading ]]>

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS), a state-funded not-for-profit, is seeking one enthusiastic detail oriented Resource Sharing and BiblioTemps Assistant. Successful candidate will begin work in August, 2014.

This is a shared position between Resource Sharing and BiblioTemps at the Massachusetts Library System. The incumbent will assist with data entry, reports, routine communications and marketing for both areas. This position is a critical link between candidates and temporary employees of MLS’s BiblioTemps service. MLS seeks detailed-oriented, independent candidates with sharp communications and computer skills as well as experience updating web content and social media.

For additional information, including a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, as well as how to apply, please review the complete job posting.

Applications are due by Monday, July 7, 2014.

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The Power of Libraries http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/04/the-power-of-libraries/ Wed, 04 Jun 2014 12:32:37 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10162 Continue reading ]]>

Earlier this week, MLS shared a booth with AMIGOS, Califa, LYRASIS and RAILS to advocate for improved relations with publishers and better terms for libraries.  It was a great success, and we had tons of traffic and worthwhile conversations with authors, publishers and one another.  Read all about it!

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News and Notes from BiblioLabs – One of Our Partners in the MA eBook Project http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2014/06/04/news-and-notes-from-bibliolabs-one-of-our-partners-in-the-ma-ebook-project/ Wed, 04 Jun 2014 11:41:25 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=10160 Continue reading ]]>

BiblioLabs is continuing their work to expand features and content available to libraries. Take a peek at their most recent newsletter to learn more about the SELFe self publishing initiative and their other activities. Libraries that are interested in joining the program when the pilot goes into production might wish to visit their booth at ALA to learn more about their products and their goals for libraries.

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Welcome to Steve Spohn as Resource Sharing Director http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2013/09/11/welcome-to-steve-spohn-as-resource-sharing-director/ Wed, 11 Sep 2013 14:00:10 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=8939 Continue reading ]]>

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is pleased to announce the addition of our newest staff member, Steve Spohn. Steve will be joining MLS as Resource Sharing Director on September 11. He is well known in the Massachusetts Library Community, having worked for NELINET, and later LYRASIS, as well as working in and consulting independently with many libraries throughout the Commonwealth.

The position of Resource Sharing Director is pivotal to the future of MLS. Steve will be responsible for the management and oversight of a to-be-formed Resource Sharing Department. Under its purview will be the migration and establishing of mediated ILL services from the current contracted ILL centers to in-house functionality, as well as continuing document delivery, databases. Further, once the statewide e-book project completes its pilot phase that, too, will transition to the Resource Sharing Department.

Steve Spohn, Resource Sharing Director
Steve Spohn, Resource Sharing Director
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Regional Newspaper Access Grant Program http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2013/07/26/regional-newspaper-access-grant-program-proposal/ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 17:45:56 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=8717 Continue reading ]]>

Background

The purpose of this grant opportunity is to offset a portion of the costs for starting up regional online access to local newspapers. The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) will be providing temporary grant funding to encourage and support regional access.

This is a two-year program with $75,000 available in fiscal year 2014 and $50,000 available in fiscal year 2015. Funds will be distributed as available based on the number of requests received and the overall cost of the individual projects.  The project must include plans for the project to become entirely self-funded by year three.

Eligibility

Library groups and institutions within the state of Massachusetts are eligible to apply. The applicant must be a member of the Massachusetts Library System. Awards can be made to institutions, but no administrative (overhead, indirect) costs are covered. Funds will be solely allocated to the cost of the newspaper database contracts.  Projects with the widest access will receive preference.  Projects for individual libraries are ineligible.

If the library group wishes to use MLS’ resources for billing at the individual library level, a 5% administrative fee will be deducted from the total amount to cover MLS costs.

Proposal or Letter of Intent accepted

Proposal required information:

1. Cover Page
The first page should contain:

  • Title of the newspaper database(s) for procurement
  • Name of library group or institution
  • Address of library group or institution
  • Amount requested

2. Description of Project
The description should include a description of which newspapers will be available and to what geographic region and which libraries and/or end users. Additional information should include:

  • Usage statistics if available, whether current or historic
  • Analysis of library interest

3. Budget
Budget information should include the following:

  • Cost proposal from the vendor for the newspapers.
  • Estimated funds to be provided by the library group and a description of how those funds will be raised. List sources of support you expect to receive.  Describe how self-funding will be possible in year three.
  • Description of the model for payment to the vendor.

Letter of Intent, required information:

  1. Names of libraries or institutions involved
  2. Description of newspapers and the vendor involved
  3. Estimated cost (if known) – dollar value or range
  4. Estimated library commitment (if known) – dollar value or range
  5. Timeframe for completing formal proposal

 

Proposals and Letters of Intent must be received by the Mass Library System by September 1. Questions or electronic submissions should be sent to newspapers@masslibsystem.org.

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MLS Statewide Collaborative Newspaper Purchase – ProQuest http://www.masslibsystem.org/blog/2012/10/12/mls-statewide-collaborative-newspaper-purchase-proquest/ Fri, 12 Oct 2012 18:21:43 +0000 http://www.masslibsystem.org/?p=6773 Continue reading ]]>

MLS has received pricing from ProQuest for statewide access to 22 Massachusetts newspaper titles to supplement the statewide Boston Globe and New York Times licenses. This list of 22 titles includes variations on two titles.  The number of unique titles is 20.  Current access to full-text is available for 12 titles.

Our member libraries have told MLS that the loss of these titles has had an impact and that returning access is important. While the MLS budget cannot absorb the cost of statewide access for these titles, we accept responsibility for assisting with negotiating terms and transitioning libraries to accepting the financial responsibility of this content. To that end, MLS is pleased to provide a subsidy to launch this project. We will provide matching funds to support the transition for up to two years. During the third and subsequent years MLS will continue to broker the negotiations, however libraries will have full responsibility for funding the service.

A range of suggested pledges is below.  If your library would like to support this purchase, but cannot afford the suggested level, please pledge an amount that you can afford.  It is important to have wide participation to make these licenses sustainable.

Please complete the survey to pledge a guaranteed amount for the newspaper licenses.  MLS will invoice libraries for their pledged amount in November 2012 for payment net 30 days. Making this pledge is equivalent to placing a purchase order with MLS.  However, if sufficient funds to purchase these annual licenses are not pledged by November 5, 2012, we will not purchase the license(s) and we will not send invoices.

If you are unable to participate this year, please fill out your information and skip to the last question about future pledges.  Members have asked that we keep access to online content stable.  If we do not have commitments from a sufficient number of libraries to create stability for the foreseeable future, we will not be able to proceed.

A trial of this ProQuest content, as well as a list of titles, usage statistics and a link to the pledge survey, is available at www.masslibsystem.org/newspapers.  Please note that the trial site also includes access to the Boston Globe.  If we are successful at launching this statewide collaborative purchase, this is how the new Massachusetts Newsstand will be integrated with the statewide license for the Boston Globe.   Access to the Boston Globe will continue regardless of the success of the collaborative purchase.

Webinar:  MLS and ProQuest are hosting two webinars to provide an introduction to this content and to give members and opportunity to ask questions about the service or the collaborative purchase.  If you would like to participate in the Webinar with other members and MLS representatives, please plan to attend:

October 17, 2012 – MLS-Marlborough – 3:00-4:30pm
October 24, 2012 – MLS-Whately – 11:00-12:30pm

Statistics for use of much of this content under last year’s statewide license is available at:  www.masslibsystem.org/newspapers. The statewide license did not include the Christian Science Monitor and the Providence Journal.

We’ve been information that public libraries are able to count spending on this collaborative purchase towards the materials expenditure requirement.

Questions? Call MLS at 508-357-2121 or 866-627-7228 (Mass. only)

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