Summon discovery solution enables your patrons to uncover a wealth of academic content through a simple, user-friendly interface. Carefully designed to meet both patrons’ and librarians’ needs, Summon improves the discovery of your library’s collection and institutional resources.
Libraries can leverage robust capabilities through an out-of-the-box interface or an API and benefit from flexible customization options and easy-to-use administration tools.
Connect users with content from your electronic subscriptions, print collections, Open Access sources, and unique institutional repositories in one simple, intuitive interface.
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Small library? Large? Corporate, academic, or special interest? Summon supports libraries of all sizes and types around the world and integrates with dozens of library systems. We work with your team to create a tailored discovery experience.
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Enhancing Patron Engagement and Intuitive Discovery with Summon Research Assistant
A generative AI-powered library discovery solution enables to engage patrons better and empowers them to intuitively search, explore, and take maximum advantage of trusted library materials.
Based on a RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) architecture and grounded in the extensive Ex Libris CDI (Central Discovery Index), Summon Research Assistant provides a starting point to users for their research, including source referencing and appropriate attribution for the authors.
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Meet Your Users Where They Are
Design a compelling discovery experience that invites patrons from multiple sources: Google Scholar, library management systems, and custom search portals. Add your own unique customizations based on your community’s needs.
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Straightforward Administration
Streamline workflows with integrated resource management, reduce time spent on system maintenance, and delve into robust search analytics through extensive - but easy-to-use - administrative tools.
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Multi-Layered Delivery Strategy
Summon has multiple pathways for connecting users to content. Quicklinks offer one-click, direct access to over a billion resources, and OpenURL is a reliable standard. Summon is provider-neutral, but you may prioritize content sources as needed.
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Expose All the Library’s Resources
Connect users with content from your electronic subscriptions, print collections, Open Access sources, and unique institutional repositories in one simple, intuitive interface.
Small library? Large? Corporate, academic, or special interest? Summon supports libraries of all sizes and types around the world and integrates with dozens of library systems. We work with your team to create a tailored discovery experience.
Enhancing Patron Engagement and Intuitive Discovery with Summon Research Assistant
A generative AI-powered library discovery solution enables to engage patrons better and empowers them to intuitively search, explore, and take maximum advantage of trusted library materials.
Based on a RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) architecture and grounded in the extensive Ex Libris CDI (Central Discovery Index), Summon Research Assistant provides a starting point to users for their research, including source referencing and appropriate attribution for the authors.
Meet Your Users Where They Are
Design a compelling discovery experience that invites patrons from multiple sources: Google Scholar, library management systems, and custom search portals. Add your own unique customizations based on your community’s needs.
Straightforward Administration
Streamline workflows with integrated resource management, reduce time spent on system maintenance, and delve into robust search analytics through extensive - but easy-to-use - administrative tools.
Multi-Layered Delivery Strategy
Summon has multiple pathways for connecting users to content. Quicklinks offer one-click, direct access to over a billion resources, and OpenURL is a reliable standard. Summon is provider-neutral, but you may prioritize content sources as needed.
Our team of experts looks forward to hearing from you
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