The OCLC Leaders Council's work goes beyond discussion: Alongside the exchange of ideas and perspectives that happen in every meeting, Councilors are also a group that OCLC Research can turn to, wheth...

The OCLC Leaders Council's work goes beyond discussion: Alongside the exchange of ideas and perspectives that happen in every meeting, Councilors are also a group that OCLC Research can turn to, whether to validate a plan, test an early idea, or spark new thinking through open conversation. OCLC Res

You know Nashville is famous for country music, but library collections can tell us so much more about this multi-faceted city.

There are costs involved in participating in global leadership conversations. But they are not always shared equally by everyone in the room.

Explore how strategic alignment, collaboration, and storytelling can elevate the library’s visibility and impact within the institutional mission.

"Collaboration. Serendipity. Diversity. These are the qualities that come to mind when I think about this year’s OCLC quilt and the community that created it." Learn about the OCLC Quilter's contribution to this year's silent auction at #ALAAC26 in Kate James's #HangingTogether post.

Recent discussions on the OCLC Research blog have explored how artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to reshape cataloging and metadata workflows, particularly in addressing backlogs and improving efficiency. Conversations like these, however, are often grounded in environments where English-language metadata dominates. Bringing in a Middle Eastern perspective, especially from Arabic-speaking libraries, introduces a different set of conditions shaped by multilingual practice, script diversity, and issues of representation. Arabic metadata workflows are not edge cases. They represent everyday operational realities across academic, national, and public libraries in the region. As such, they provide a valuable lens through which to examine both the opportunities and the limits of AI in library systems, including the interplay between automated workflows and human oversight.

Constance Malpas, an integral part of the OCLC Research team since 2006, has been promoted to Vice President, Research.

Ernest Hemingway is the most famous 20th-century American novelist, according to a recent article in The Economist. What is the evidence? Among other things, the article cites Wikipedia traffic data, noting that Hemingway’s page has accumulated more than 30 million views over the past 10 years (the second-ranked author, F. Scott Fitzgerald, attracted less than half that total). But is this truly the most reliable data source for understanding an author’s popularity, and can library catalog data offer us a more complete picture?

Ernest Hemingway is the most famous 20th-century American novelist, according to a recent article in The Economist. What is the evidence? Among other things, the article cites Wikipedia traffic data, noting that Hemingway’s page has accumulated more than 30 million views over the past 10 years (the second-ranked author, F. Scott Fitzgerald, attracted less than half that total). But is this truly the most reliable data source for understanding an author’s popularity, and can library catalog data offer us a more complete picture?

Explore a framework and insight to help libraries strengthen institutional positioning, retain influence, and demonstrate impact and value.

Explore how strategic alignment, collaboration, and storytelling can elevate the library’s visibility and impact within the institutional mission.

Learn how OCLC Research is helping library leaders navigate rapid change through pulse surveys capturing real-time insights. Learn how these quick, actionable snapshots complement in-depth research, providing timely guidance on priorities like funding, technology, staffing, and community needs. Stay informed about leadership insights drawn from the collective wisdom and evolving strategies shaping the future of libraries.

Explore shared print workflows, data, and tools that support collective collections, along with gaps and opportunities to strengthen the future of shared print programs.

Explore shared print workflows, data, and tools that support collective collections, along with gaps and opportunities to strengthen the future of shared print programs.

What is the most popular film set in Italy, ranked by global library holdings in WorldCat? ⬇️ Share your guess in the poll below. ➡️ Then, find more data insights in our latest #OCLCresearch study, F...

Library collections globally are vast, and the collective collection of libraries around the world—the combined collecting activity of libraries everywhere—can help us understand the complete publishe...

Learn from efforts at Monash University Library to reimagine operational structures and service models to scale research support and better align with institutional needs.

Learn how archives and special collections are exploring using AI responsibly to meet accessibility requirements and improve access to unique resources.

If you enjoy a good werewolf story, read on for a description of some resources that will leave you howling for more—all available in WorldCat, of course!

Explore how libraries and publishers can collaborate to improve Open Access discoverability, breaking down barriers with better metadata, seamless access, and trust.

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Discover how an OCLC RLP working group is exploring the power of AI to streamline workflows, tackle backlogs, and enhance collection descriptions. This work includes exploring key challenges, best pra...

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