Data Quadrant Awards 2021

Library Information Systems

SoftwareReviews names Library.Solution for Higher Learning, Boopsie for Libraries, and LibraryWorld as Library Information Systems Data Quadrant Award Winners.

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Library Information Systems

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Library Information Systems Data Quadrant

Note Software product placement is based on the scores provided by users, recency of the reviews, and review volume. Axes are dynamically adjusted based on the minimum and maximum values in the data set.

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Software Experience

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Product Features and Satisfaction

The satisfaction is captured in the overall satisfaction score, which is driven by the likelihood of users to recommend the software, combined with user satisfaction across top product features.

Vendor Experience and Capabilities

The vendor relationship is calculated in a weighted average of the satisfaction scores tied to vendor capabilities (e.g. software implementation, training, customer support, product roadmap) as well as emotional response ratings toward the vendor (e.g. trustworthy, respectful, fair).

Gold Medalists

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The Library Corporation

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

An Integrated Library System (ILS) simplifies daily library operations by merging vital functions such as cataloging, circulation, magazine and newspaper tracking, online tools for borrowers, and much more into a comprehensive, easy-to-use software package. The Library Corporation offers ILS solutions and product add-ons for public, school, academic, and special libraries of any size, ranging from one location to dozens.

8.0

Composite
Score

+88

Emotional
Footprint

76%

Likeliness to
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to Recommend

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Boopsie

Boopsie for Libraries

Boopsie provides library-branded native mobile apps that are affordable, easy to deploy and maintain, and enable academic libraries of all sizes to provide 24/7/365 mobile access to digital resources on any device. Equip your students with the tools that they need to succeed in the digital age.

7.9

Composite
Score

+90

Emotional
Footprint

80%

Likeliness to
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Likeliness
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Website

29Reviews

LibraryWorld

LibraryWorld provides a full range of library modules including catalog, circulation, inventory, serials control, and OPAC.

7.8

Composite
Score

+85

Emotional
Footprint

72%

Likeliness to
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Vendor Capability Awards

Availability and Quality of Training

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Breadth of Features

RefWorks

Business Value Created

LibraryWorld

Ease of Customization

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Ease of Data Integration

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Ease of IT Administration

LibraryWorld

Ease of Implementation

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Quality of Features

RefWorks

Usability and Intuitiveness

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Vendor Support

LibraryWorld

Vendor Capability Awards

Availability and Quality of Training

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Breadth of Features

RefWorks

Business Value Created

LibraryWorld

Ease of Customization

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Ease of Data Integration

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Ease of IT Administration

LibraryWorld

Ease of Implementation

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Quality of Features

RefWorks

Usability and Intuitiveness

Library.Solution for Higher Learning

Vendor Support

LibraryWorld

Other Evaluated Vendors

17Reviews

RefWorks

Students embrace RefWorks for its ability to organize the documents they need to complete assignments, creating instant citations and bibliographies, wrapping up the loose ends that steal hours from sleep or other homework. Faculty value RefWorks for its creation of a simple online workspace that supports research collaboration, transcending geography. And for librarians, RefWorks' institutional subscription puts them at the hub of their community with a high-value service that supports all university researchers.

7.5

Composite
Score

+75

Emotional
Footprint

75%

Likeliness to
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to Recommend

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40Reviews

Follett Corporation

Follett Learning Library Information System

Aligning library resources with what’s being taught at school has never been more important. Our digital and traditional school library resources give students the ability to read beyond a school’s brick-and-mortar walls. Key platforms promote families to get more involved and take an active role in education. With our online student learning solutions, quality education is accessible with one click – anytime, anywhere.

7.2

Composite
Score

+72

Emotional
Footprint

71%

Likeliness to
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Likeliness
to Recommend

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14Reviews

Innovative

Innovative Interfaces Library Information Systems

Innovative’s suite of library automation software products connects your library to your community and the world with integrated workflows and seamless user experiences. Innovative’s products support current and future library trends such as e-content, mobile technologies, and cloud-based services, while improving resource sharing and providing powerful, actionable analytics.

7.1

Composite
Score

+73

Emotional
Footprint

68%

Likeliness to
Recommend

Likeliness
to Recommend

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14Reviews

Cengage Learning

Cengage Library Information Systems

Gale, a part of Cengage Learning, believes the library is the heart of its community, driving meaningful and measurable outcomes for individual users and groups. Gale is a partner to libraries and businesses looking to deliver educational content, tools and services to support entrepreneurship, encourage self-directed learning, aid in research and instruction, and provide enlightening experiences.

6.9

Composite
Score

+58

Emotional
Footprint

77%

Likeliness to
Recommend

Likeliness
to Recommend

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