SFX Knowledge base
Gain the coverage and data necessary to accurately link patrons to resources and effectively manage your collection. The comprehensive SFX knowledgebase serves as a central repository for information on your electronic and local resources, including descriptive metadata and electronic linking syntaxes. Data accuracy and continuous updates are guaranteed through our team of librarians, close publisher collaboration, and automatic update services.
Implementation Configurations
Launch the SFX link resolver as either an Ex Libris-hosted or locally hosted system to unlock a wide range of functionalities. Easily embed linking capabilities into any OpenURL-compliant source, including discovery platforms, library portals, abstracting and indexing databases, Google Scholar, course management systems, and more. Additional access points to your e-collection are provided through an A-to-Z journal list, eBook search, and CitationLinker search form.
Customizable Options
Select from easy-to-use default settings or take advantage of a full suite of web-based administration tools to customize SFX services according to your library’s needs. Our web-based interface allows for instant adjustments, helping you achieve a consistent look and feel. Additionally, the SFX link resolver is fully interoperable through open interfaces, ensuring smooth integration with other library systems.
Link Resolver Resource Access
Empower users to easily view the electronic availability of an item, access full text, discover journals, and benefit from additional library services, including recommendations via the bX Recommender. SFX aggregates data from multiple sources to identify the best available services and provides direct links. It also automatically corrects inaccurate data, helping users quickly find the materials they need.
Content Usage Analysis
Keep track of all user activities and analyze your COUNTER reports through SFX. With easy-to-use tools, gain a detailed picture of your e-resource usage, including the title and platform. SFX usage can also be captured by the bX scholarly recommender service to generate recommendations to patrons.
Collection Development Tools
Use in-depth collection analysis tools to identify overlap and duplicates, enabling smarter purchasing decisions. Whether you are renewing or evaluating new resource subscriptions, SFX link resolver interface can help you find the optimal mix of resources to help you meet your budget and develop the library collections that best meet your needs.
