{"id":63,"date":"2025-11-05T17:14:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T17:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/data.247lib.com\/?p=63"},"modified":"2025-11-05T17:16:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T17:16:53","slug":"unlocking-library-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/data.247lib.com\/index.php\/2025\/11\/05\/unlocking-library-innovation\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlocking Library Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Our Free Webinars from 247lib.com<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Libraries are evolving faster than ever\u2014with digital collections, equipment lending, AI-powered discovery and remote services becoming the new norm. If your library is ready to move forward, you won\u2019t want to miss the upcoming free webinars from 247lib.com. Three compelling reasons to attend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cutting-edge topics<\/strong> \u2013 each session dives into practical, timely issues: turning equipment into searchable assets; using AI for library discovery; migrating collections smoothly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Convenient format<\/strong> \u2013 no need to travel, all conducted via webinar so you can join from your desk alone or with your team. <a href=\"https:\/\/247lib.com\/247OPAC\/Home\/RequestDemo?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">247lib.com+2Facebook+2<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tailored for libraries of all types<\/strong> \u2013 whether you\u2019re a public, school, archive, special or health library, 247lib.com supports your workflows and standards. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.247lib.com\/247OPAC\/Home?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">247lib.com+1<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s On the Agenda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are examples of recent or upcoming webinar themes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cataloguing &amp; barcoding equipment like books<\/strong> \u2013 because many libraries now lend laptops, tablets, tools and other kit, not just books. One webinar invites you to explore how everything can be made searchable and requestable online. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/247lib\/posts\/free-webinar-today-1400-bst-https247libcomwebinarthis-session-will-show-you-how-\/1294074259397129\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook+1<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AI in libraries<\/strong> \u2013 understanding how artificial intelligence is transforming library services and what it means for librarians. <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/247lib?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X (formerly Twitter)+1<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Migration and training best-practices<\/strong> \u2013 247lib.com emphasises migration services, training, live online help and webinars as part of their offering. <a href=\"https:\/\/sourceforge.net\/software\/product\/247lib.com\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SourceForge<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why These Webinars Matter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Efficiency &amp; savings<\/strong>: When your equipment, resources and collections are all catalogued and discoverable, you reduce staff time, improve user experience and maximise usage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Future-proofing<\/strong>: AI and cloud models are not experiments\u2014they\u2019re rapidly becoming standard in library service delivery. Attending now helps get ahead of the curve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Broader reach<\/strong>: Webinars mean you can train staff across campuses or branches without travel cost or downtime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specialist focus<\/strong>: With explicit support for public, health, law, archives, and education libraries, the content is relevant, not generic. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.247lib.com\/247OPAC\/Home?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">247lib.com+1<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How You Can Get Involved<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Register early<\/strong> \u2013 free webinars fill up fast. Keep an eye on the 247lib.com blog or social channels for upcoming dates. For example: \u201cFREE WEBINAR TODAY \u2013 14:00 BST\u201d was announced. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/247lib\/posts\/free-webinar-today-1400-bst-https247libcomwebinarthis-session-will-show-you-how-\/1294074259397129\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook+1<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare your questions<\/strong> \u2013 bring specific issues from your library (equipment loans, digital collections, AI workflows) so you can get practical advice during Q&amp;A.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Include your team<\/strong> \u2013 if you\u2019re a library director, invite your cataloguing, digital services and circulation staff so the learning is shared.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take action afterwards<\/strong> \u2013 apply insights to your library\u2019s roadmap: what one thing can you change this month? What long-term initiative could you kick off this year?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join Our Free Webinars from 247lib.com Libraries are evolving faster than ever\u2014with digital collections, equipment lending, AI-powered discovery and remote services becoming the new norm. If your library is ready to move forward, you won\u2019t want to miss the upcoming free webinars from 247lib.com. 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