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The Louisiana Library Network (LOUIS), a consortium of 47 academic libraries, has signed an agreement to implement Clarivate’s Alma and Primo VE. The unified cloud-based platform will modernize library services, improve discovery and access to academic resources, and streamline operations across member institutions.

Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI), one of Chile’s leading private universities, has returned to Alma as its library services platform following a strategic reassessment of its digital infrastructure. The move supports automation, operational efficiency, and an improved discovery experience for students and faculty.

Ex Libris has released the updated Alma 2026 roadmap, outlining strategic enhancements across workflows, metadata and Linked Open Data innovation, resource management, acquisitions, and consortia support. Developed with the global Alma community, the roadmap highlights continued innovation and long-term platform evolution.

As part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy, NLT sought a single, unified platform to manage both physical and digital resources while enhancing discovery and access.

The British Library, the UK’s national library, has modernised its services with Alma and Primo VE, delivering a unified, cloud-based platform that enhances access, discovery, and operations.

The University of Helsinki, Finland’s largest and oldest university has selected Alma’s Library Open Workflows to further modernize library operations and deepen its long-standing collaboration with Clarivate.

The North Rhine-Westphalian Service Centre for Libraries (hbz) has successfully completed a five-year modernization initiative that unifies the scientific library network of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany in a single Alma platform.

Learn how library consortia around the world are using Alma to collaborate at scale. This on-demand webinar shares real-world examples of shared workflows, streamlined operations, and innovative approaches that strengthen services and support member libraries.

We’re excited to share a brand-new customer story highlighting how Flinders University transformed its teaching and learning experience with Leganto.

The November 2025 Alma release delivers AI-driven insights, faster cataloging through file-based vocab uploads, improved consortium workflows, enhanced resource management, and new analytics for collaborative collection decisions, along with usability upgrades across the platform.

The University of Tennessee at Martin selects Clarivate’s Alma and Primo VE to modernize its library services, enhance resource discovery, and support long-term growth.

Clarivate’s updated Alma Search UX improves search precision and workflow efficiency. Staff can group search conditions, use multi-select facets, and act directly from results. New features, including adjustable panels and dynamic date filters, make everyday tasks faster and easier.

The Bavarian State Library has redefined efficiency and collaboration with Alma’s Library Open Workflows.

Tallinn University of Technology has selected Alma and Primo to modernize and streamline its library operations.

The California State University (CSU) System unified 23 campuses on the Alma Library Platform, creating a shared, scalable library network.

AI in Alma empowers librarians to focus on what truly matters - connecting people with knowledge. By simplifying cataloging, reducing backlogs, unlocking insights, and streamlining daily work, Alma’s responsibly built AI enhances expertise, efficiency, and the impact of every library.