The next generation of the Web has been labelled ‘Web 2.0’. Web 2.0' is a
hot story out on the blogosphere right now.
So, is Web 2.0 something real? Does it mean anything for the way in which
we continue to go about our work? Or is it yet another bubble that will
burst if we simply ignore it for a few months?
At Talis Insight ’05, 15th-16th November, we will be unveiling details of
the new Talis Platform and what we mean by Library 2.0, our view on how
these wider changes impact the library. This is your opportunity to
challenge and influence the people who are helping to shape the information
world, by registering online at: www.talis.com/insight2005/.
Consider these points. Why can't you discover what's in your local library
from a Google search? Why doesn't Amazon link to your local library
holdings and enable you to have a library book delivered to your door?
Library holdings are mostly undiscoverable on the web except as part of an
idiosyncratic "OPAC" which most web savvy users are either unaware of or
rarely use. In the age of Google, Amazon and MSN how can we get the
resources of libraries (print and digital) more discoverable and make a
more fulfilling experience for the user?
Perhaps you would also be interested in finding out more about:
- How will Project Skywalk change the future resource sharing landscape?
- How are leading software companies harnessing the opportunities and
meeting the challenges of the digital world?
- How can libraries use new integration technologies to deliver
efficiencies and enable joined up services across the Institution or
Council?
- How BT plans to deliver a 21st Century Network.
The full conference programme is now live and available at:
http://www.talis.com/insight2005/index.shtml
Talis Insight ‘05 is a unique event, which brings together a host of
thought leaders to challenge and debate the UK agenda for public and
academic libraries.
It would be a pleasure to welcome you.
Best wishes
The Talis Insight Team
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