WorldCat Resource Sharing Information
Our expert staff has compiled a list of quick links to information on the OCLC website regarding WorldCat Resource Sharing.
Product Information
WorldCat Resource Sharing
WorldCat Resource Sharing offers libraries many ways to customize and improve their ILL workflow activities. Online helps are available to assist in implementing these functions.Constant Data
Use constant data to save keystrokes, reduce errors, and ensure consistency when you initiate or respond to ILL requests. Tips.Custom Holdings
Increase efficiency by creating custom holdings groups of your favorite lenders to fill lending string quickly. Tips.Direct Request
Patron initiated requests can eliminate the need for staff to rekey request data, easing borrowing work loads.Documentation
OCLC provides online documentation free to libraries, including quick reference cards, detailed planning guides and tutorials.IFM
The Interlibrary Loan Fee Management (IFM) system allows libraries to credit and debit one another for ILL use. This internal system eliminates the need for individual invoicing as billing will be reflected on your OCLC invoice from BCR.Non-supplier Requests
Libraries can set their institution to non-supplier status for holiday and temporary closures through the ILL polices directory. Tips.Open Issues
Know problems with the WorldCat Resource Sharing interface are posted and updated on this site.Participating Institutions
Find Institutional level information about other OCLC libraries, including institution symbols.Policies Directory
The ILL Policies Directory holds information related to an institution's lending policy. ILL staff can use the directory to learn the policies of potential lending libraries. OCLC will eventually use this data to guide requests to the most appropriate lenders.Statistics
Statistics on Interlibrary loan usage are posted monthly by the 10th of the month. These reports can be exported to local spreadsheet software or emailed to the appropriate recipient each month. Access to the site requires your OCLC authorization and password.System Alerts
System alerts are posted when OCLC experiences problems system-wide or when routine maintenance requiring system downtime is scheduled.
Technical Support
The following URLs link to user documentation and technical support documents from OCLC about the WorldCat Resource Sharing system.
