Implementing web-scale discovery services : a practical guide for librarians

Thompson, JoLinda, (author.).

Record details

ISBN: 9780810891265 (pbk. : alk. paper)
Physical Description: xiv, 159 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Publisher: Lanham : Rowman & Littlefield, [2014]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

The evolution of Web-scale discovery in libraries -- A closer look at Web-scale discovery options -- Making the best content match for your library -- Evaluating the discovery layer -- Other important Web-scale discovery service features and functions -- Selecting and purchasing a Web-scale discovery service -- Configuring system content integration and customization for local needs -- Configuring and branding the discovery layer -- Introducing the service to users -- Usability testing of Web-scale discovery services -- Maintaining a Web-scale discovery service -- The future of web-scale discovery.