Two of the OCLC Regional Networks are in talks to combine their two organizations. PALINET and SOLINET representatives met last week and are moving forward with their intention to combine the two organizations, subject to the approval of their respective memberships.
Solinet is the regional network covering Florida, and nine other southern states. Palinet operates out of Philadelphia and covers the mid-Atlantic area. (Check out this map)
Some proposed benefits of this merger:
* A stronger library community - Over 3000 diverse member organizations.
* Expanded education curriculum - An expanded curriculum in topics ranging from next generation library catalogs to collection management for digital libraries and more.
* More consortial savings opportunities - Even greater volume discounts on electronic resources and other products and services.
* Technology leadership - Expertise in the latest library technologies from expert staff and library leaders at institutions throughout the combined membership.
* Increased capacity for innovation - Development of essential new programs through increased operating efficiencies.
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