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I had queried remote access availability with them just a couple of days ago and received the reply: "Shibboleth and ezproxy access cannot yet be set up for the Virtual Library, however we are aiming to become Shibboleth compliant in early 2010." I have queried why ezproxy access is a problem available but so far haven't received any reply. We are looking to purchase some ebooks from them but might have to rethink if they can't offer off-campus access. Gill Morris Electronic Services Librarian Reference and Information Division University of Strathclyde Library 101 St James' Rd, Glasgow G4 0NS. Tel. +44 (0)141 548 4607 Email [log in to unmask] The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, number SC015263. -----Original Message----- From: An informal open list set up by UKSG - Connecting the Information Community [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Mark Williams (JISC) Sent: 08 October 2009 14:42 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: [LIS-E-RESOURCES] NEWS: Publishing Technology and the Institution of Civil Engineers build the world's largest online civil engineering resource Of course I meant Publishing Technology, not Taylor and Francis, Regards Mark Mark Williams JISC Collections London Office 1st Floor Brettenham House South 5, Lancaster Place London WC2E 7EN Tel: 02030066042 Mob: 07891601909 Email: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Blog: http://access.jiscinvolve.org/ <http://access.jiscinvolve.org/> <http://access.jiscinvolve.org/> ________________________________ From: An informal open list set up by UKSG - Connecting the Information Community on behalf of Taylor, Sarah Sent: Thu 08/10/2009 10:07 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: [LIS-E-RESOURCES] NEWS: Publishing Technology and the Institution of Civil Engineers build the world's largest online civil engineering resource Hi, I wonder if you might be able to let the list know when Athens authentication might be available? We were told by Thomas Telford about this some months ago and I've been reluctant to promote access as most of the students in this particular area rely on off-campus access. Thanks. Best wishes, Sarah Sarah Taylor Electronic Resources Librarian Library University of Bolton Deane Road Bolton BL3 5AB 01204 903099 [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- From: An informal open list set up by UKSG - Connecting the Information Community [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Emily Taylor Sent: 07 October 2009 17:20 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [LIS-E-RESOURCES] NEWS: Publishing Technology and the Institution of Civil Engineers build the world's largest online civil engineering resource Dear Colleague, With the world's largest publishing event, Frankfurt Book Fair, just around the corner, I'm delighted to share exciting news with you. Publishing Technology today announced the launch of the ICE Virtual Library for the Institution of Civil Engineers. The ICE Virtual Library is supported by our pub2web technology - our content agnostic, fully-integrated, self-supported platform. It's flexible and modular architecture gave ICE a solution which has allowed them to offer a one-stop shop to the world's largest online civil engineering resource. The new site benefits from our latest innovative technology; combining chapter-by-chapter purchasing, integration of print ordering alongside online access and real-time integration with existing software systems and membership database. The pub2web site also integrates microsites within the main site to reflect different content subsets without compromising the user's experience in site navigation and ordering. We will have representatives at Frankfurt in Hall 8 (#O948), as well as on our main stand in 4.2 (#D416), so please come and visit us to learn more. Also, you can follow us on Twitter @publishingtech and join in discussions in our LinkedIn group "Publishing Technology". The full announcement is provided below (and attached as a PDF). And as always, please let me know if you have any questions. Kind regards, Emily Emily Taylor Senior Marketing Associate Publishing Technology plc T: +44 1865 397873 [log in to unmask] <http://www.publishingtechnology.com/> www.publishingtechnology.com Publishing Technology plc is registered in England No. 837205. Registered Office: Unipart House, Garsington Road, Oxford OX4 2GQ. For Immediate Release 7 October 2009 Publishing Technology and the Institution of Civil Engineers build the world's largest online civil engineering resource ICE Virtual Library offers joined-up information service for engineers Publishing Technology, the largest provider of software and services for the publishing industry, has recently launched a new and expanded ICE Virtual Library for the Institution of Civil Engineers and its publishing subsidiary Thomas Telford. The platform provides the first consolidated home for journal and book archives that date back to 1836, alongside ICE's professional book list, the ICE manuals series and its new collection of e-books. The Library is supported by Publishing Technology's pub2web technology platform, and represents the world's largest online civil engineering resource. "Publishing Technology were recommended to us for their partnership approach and their technological innovation, and we've been very happy with how both their people and their platform have lived up to that reputation," says Leon Heward-Mills, Publisher for the ICE group. "pub2web has enabled us to unite our various publications and open up new revenue streams and cross-promotion opportunities. We're delighted to be reinforcing our position at the forefront of civil engineering information provision by offering a joined-up, flexible service for our customers and members." Innovative features of the ICE Virtual Library include: - chapter-by-chapter purchasing: customers can pick and mix content items to create packages and qualify for a bulk discount - realtime integration with Thomas Telford's existing software systems and membership database to carry out authentication and synchronise customer information, saving time for ICE staff and ensuring they have full control of data and relationships - integration of print ordering alongside online access to break down traditional barriers between fulfilment options and increase customer choice - microsites within the main site to reflect different content subsets while retaining overall consistency of user experience. "pub2web's modular architecture means we've been able to launch a site that meets the ICE community's current needs, but is also a solid foundation for future experimentation - for example with new business models or semantic web functionality," adds Louise Tutton, Senior Vice President of Publishing Technology's Scholarly Division. "Platform redevelopment is a big investment. pub2web lets publishers 'think big and start small' so that their information can shape itself most effectively around an evolving market." ENDS For more information about pub2web, please contact: Emily Taylor Publishing Technology plc Tel: +44 (0)1865 397873 Email: [log in to unmask] For information about ICE Virtual Library, please contact: Jason Millar Thomas Telford Ltd Tel: +44 207 665 2491 Email: [log in to unmask] About Publishing Technology plc www.publishingtechnology.com <http://www.publishingtechnology.com/> The Publishing Technology group enables publishers to focus on their core competences by providing a single, trusted partner for both technology requirements and business development services. It is the largest provider of software and services for the publishing industry, servicing eight out of ten of the world's largest publishers. The group's proposition uniquely spans front and back office systems - complemented by a range of business development services - to provide the industry's only end-to-end suite of software specifically designed to support the publishing process. Capabilities cover editorial & production, product information, billing & fulfillment, content conversion & hosting, website development, marketing programs, information commerce, customer relationship management, rights & royalties and business intelligence. All application modules can be configured independently to meet specific publishers' needs and to allow flexible integration with existing systems. Associated sales and marketing services include consultancy and research, sales representation and telemarketing. The company is listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange and has offices in Europe and North America. About Thomas Telford www.thomastelford.com <http://www.thomastelford.com/> Thomas Telford is the knowledge business of the Institution of Civil Engineers, and creates specialist products and services for the civil engineering and construction markets. 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