Why is OCLC integrating OCLC ILL into the FirstSearch service?
Integration of OCLC ILL into the FirstSearch service will allow ILL staff to take advantage of many features available in FirstSearch that are not currently available through OCLC ILL. These include: • Improved searching for materials • Links to local catalogs • Improved access to serials holdings statements • Descriptive content including cover art, excerpts and links to reviews In the longer term, reducing the number of interfaces will help OCLC reduce costs. In addition to these features, staff will also be able to take advantage of new functionality that will be introduced through the FirstSearch staff view: • Provide local call number and shelf status (through Z39.
Integration of OCLC ILL into the FirstSearch service will allow ILL staff to take advantage of many features available in FirstSearch that are not currently available through OCLC ILL. These features include: • Improved searching for materials. • Links to local catalogs. • Improved access to serials holdings statements. • Descriptive content including cover art, excerpts and links to reviews. In the long term, reducing the number of interfaces will help OCLC reduce cost. In addition to these features, staff will also be able to take advantage of new functionality that will be introduced through the FirstSearch staff view: • Provide local call number and shelf status (through Z39.50) on lending requests. • Integrate circulation (NISO Circulation Interchange Protocol), e-content and ILL into a single workflow. • Integrate ILL policy information to deflect unfillable requests, increase fill rates and reduce turnaround time. • Apply library processing options; for example, handling request
