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EBSCO Publishing and SirsiDynix Sign Partnership Agreement to Enhance Discovery for Mutual Customers

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Ipswich, MA (PRWEB) June 22, 2012

A new agreement between EBSCO Publishing (EBSCO) and SirsiDynix will provide mutual customers with easier access to the databases, e-journals and other e-content end users are looking for. EBSCO and SirsiDynix will work together to allow EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS) to be seamlessly integrated into SirsiDynixs eResource Central solution. The plan also calls for a refined approach to the integration of eBooks on EBSCOhost within the SirsiDynix experience.

Growth in E-books and Discovery

The desire for a single search experience is taking center stage, and EBSCO and SirsiDynix have come together to enhance the integration of their respective services, focusing on improving discovery and delivery of content, especially e-book material. This partnership will enable mutual customers of EDS and SirsiDynix to leverage the EDS search engine and eBooks on EBSCOhost functionality from within the SirsiDynix eResource Central system. In addition to discovering the extensive content available via EDS, SirsiDynix customers who own or subscribe to eBooks on EBSCOhost will be able to identify which e-books are available and check them out. Checkouts will be integrated with physical holdings, and users will be able to launch EBSCOs e-book viewer directly without additional authentication.

EBSCO Publishing President Tim Collins says both EBSCO and SirsiDynix see e-books and discovery as important growth areas for libraries. There is no question that e-books are a growing part of our business and the business of libraries. We anticipate e-book adoption to continue at a rapid pace along with the growth of discovery services. This partnership allows us to provide libraries with ways to deliver their valuable content to users using the systems they know and trust. Its a powerful combination of systems and content with a tremendous level of convenience for customers and users who dont have to re-invent their workflow.

Bill Davison, CEO of SirsiDynix, believes the EBSCO/SirsiDynix alliance brings something truly unique and valuable to the library industry. We are thrilled at the prospect of bringing together the worlds leading providers of electronic content and integrated library software. Libraries will now be able to seamlessly merge their physical and electronic resources and provide access and options to users that, until now, has simply not been available.

About SirsiDynix

SirsiDynix connects people with knowledge at more than 23,000 libraries around the world. Through library management technology and search and discovery tools, libraries using SirsiDynix technology bring relevant resources and the power of knowledge to their users and communities. SirsiDynix technology is architected to be open, scalable and robust, offering a complete solution out-of-the-box, and unparalleled flexibility through APIs and web services. Complemented by the most experienced training, consulting and support staff in the industry, SirsiDynix helps libraries create tomorrows libraries, today. http://www.sirsidynix.com

About EBSCO Publishing

EBSCO Publishing is the producer of EBSCOhost

MaxKnowledge to Lead Three Sessions at 2012 APSCU Annual Convention on Best Practices to Enhance Compliance and Gainful Employment

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Irvine, CA (PRWEB) June 18, 2012

In the first session, MaxKnowledge Vice President of Compliance, Cindy Bryant, will facilitate a discussion on developing and implementing an effective compliance plan. Seasoned regulatory agency and career college executives will share their personal insights in achieving compliance & quality. All Aboard for the Compliance Journey: Whats Your Destination? is scheduled for Thursday, June 21, 2012 at 10:15 AM.

In the second session, MaxKnowledge Vice President of Learning Initiatives, Robert Starks Jr., will discuss how career colleges can leverage social media to support and enhance graduate employment. The session will provide practical strategies for career services staff to help graduates effectively market themselves through a variety of social media platforms. Does Your Career Center Speak #Hashtag: How to Leverage Social Media is scheduled for Thursday, June 21, 2012 at 3:00 PM.

In the third session, MaxKnowledge Vice President of Training, Jay Hollowell, will address the critical need for enhanced collaboration between career colleges and employers. The session will provide proven strategies and techniques to support gainful employment of graduates. Taking Employer Advisory Committees to the Next Level: Expanding Member Roles and Opportunities is scheduled for Friday, June 22, 2012 at 10:00 AM.

Additionally, MaxKnowledge and the Imagine America Foundation will be hosting an Advisory Meeting for the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at 9 AM. This meeting is by invitation only. APSCU Convention attendees can visit with MaxKnowledge at booth #625 in the Exhibit Hall.

About MaxKnowledge

MaxKnowledge is the chosen employee training provider for over 1,000 career colleges and universities representing both traditional and online institutions. With a decade of experience and over 100 online courses, MaxKnowledge has become the leading provider of professional development and continuing education opportunities for career college personnel. Over 25 educational associations have partnered with MaxKnowledge to provide online training services to their member schools.

The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE), MaxKnowledge’s strategic partnership with the Imagine America Foundation, provides turnkey employee development solutions with a proven return on investment as independently reported by the ROI Institute