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Talis Open Day

Talis, Birmingham, 3 July 2008

At Talis we offer complete and complementary solutions that work seamlessly with any Library Management System. This approach enables you to choose solutions to suit your needs - regardless of your current LMS.

Our complementary solutions have been successfully integrated with diverse providers including DS Galaxy, SirsiDynix (Unicorn and Horizon), Ex Libris (ALEPH and Voyager), IS Oxford, Infor Smart Innovative Millennium and Bibiliomondo.

Topics that were covered included:

• Welcome to Talis
• What makes Talis different
• Solutions for academic institutions
• Talis assisting you - implementation and services

Talis host Irish Academic event

Dublin, 24 June 2008

Tuesday 24 June at O’Reilly Hall, University College Dublin.

The market for education is becoming ever-more global, and students are arriving at the institution with higher expectations and a wider range of capabilities for online interaction than ever before.

Bringing together independent leading speakers in the world of teaching, learning and research, this free conference explored the wider trends impacting the world of education. Specifically focused on Irish Academic institutions, we demonstrated our latest solutions for universities and colleges.

CILIPS Centenary Conference

Peebles, Scotland 3-5 June 2008

Talis was delighted to be support the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland Centenary Conference in Peebles, entitled 'Alive and Kicking: Regenerating Services'. We showcased our powerful community information solution, together with finance and portal integration case studies.

The event included an exhibition area and many associated social events, and marked the centenery of the foundation of the Scottish Library Association, the predecessor to CILIPS. More information.

NAG Seminars - The Electronic Supply Chain - Turning Potential into Reality

Spring 2008

Talis was delighted to support a series of regional NAG seminars focused upon the electronic supply chain. We demonstrated with Staffordshire Libraries, Askews and Highland Council, key efficiency savings that can be realised through a fully managed electronic supply chain. Watch the video of the presentation from the first event in London.

A Managed Electronic Supply Chain Experience
Focusing on the reality today, we presented the benefits of a complete managed electronic supply chain service. As a showcase for best practice for UK public libraries, this presentation explored the advantages of electronic supply chain and what it meant to both libraries and the Council. Touching upon themes of partnership, standards and best practice, find out how a complete electronic supply chain delivers better integration and realises bigger savings. Watch the video

RIBA, London - March 5th 2008

• Jo Grocott, Head of Service, Staffordshire Libraries
• Andy Holland, Sales Director, Askews
• Danisha Bathia, Business Development Manager, Talis

Bar Convent, York - April 21st 2008

• Jo Grocott, Head of Service, Staffordshire Libraries
• Andy Holland, Sales Director, Askews
• Danisha Bathia, Business Development Manager, Talis

AK Bell Library, Perth - May 1st 2008

• John Dempster, System Manager, Highland Council
• Andy Holland, Sales Director, Askews
• Danisha Bathia, Business Development Manager, Talis

To find out more information visit the NAG website.

Catching the next wave in Australia

1 April 2008

Web 2.0 – Where Next? For the library community Richard examined the next wave of innovation, which some are already calling Web 3.0, and project how it effected the way our systems interact with each other and the rest of the world. This was presented on Tuesday 1st April at the State Library of Western Australia in Perth and again on 3rd April at RMIT University Library in Melbourne. For more information and to register online, visit www.caval.edu.au/calendar-courses.html

3 April 2008

Catching The Next Wave. Will Web 3.0 be the label on the next wave? For university information managers Richard, in a challenging and thought-provoking presentation, explored questions such as Will Web 3.0 be the label on the next wave, and what will that mean for us, our organisations and clients? What are the drivers behind all this change? This was also presented on 3rd April at RMIT University Library in Melbourne.

10 April 2008

National Library of Australia Innovative Ideas Forum April 10th. Richard delivered a presentation entitled Beyond Web 2.0 - The Continuing Journey looking at the way Web 2.0 technologies are leading to the use of Semantic Web and other technological influences for libraries in the 21st century.

UKSG 2008

The Riviera International Centre, Torquay, 7-9 April 2008

Talis were pleased to be supporting the 30th annual UK Serials Group conference which will be moving to Devon for 2008. A three day event, open to both members and non-members combines high quality papers, workshops and briefing sessions with social events and a trade exhibition. More information

cpd25 Event: Information Services Supervisor / Senior Assistant Conference

The Hatton Conference Centre, London, 1 April 2008

Aimed at HE Library /Information Services supervisors, the objective of this conference is to provide the group with a rare networking opportunity, to advise them directly of the anticipated developments in the academic library world and to provide a forum to debate the issues of the day.

Ian Corns from Talis will deliver a presentation focused upon future technological, professional and other forms of innovation emerging for academic libraries. More information

ER&L 2008

Global Learning Centre, Atlanta, USA, 18-21 March 2008

Sarah Bartlett, Senior Analyst at Talis will be delivering a presentation in Atlanta, Georgia entitled 'Collaborative opportunities in Electronic Resource Management using new web technologies'. The Electronic Resources and Libraries event offers a number of conference tracks providing a forum for information professionals to explore ideas, trends, and technologies related to electronic resources and digital services. More information

Irish Universities Information Services Colloquium

Cavan, Ireland, 5-7 March 2008

Talis presented at this year’s IUISC conference, held in Cavan, Ireland. In his presentation, Paul Miller, Talis’ Technology Evangelist explored key economic, social and technological trends and consider some of the opportunities that a more open - Semantic Web - approach to data, connections and relationships might offer those engaged in learning, teaching, and research.

In addition, there was also the opportunity to see some of our services for universities, featuring our new search and discovery solution, next generation resource list management service and library e-payment facilities. More information.

Code4Lib 2008

Portland, Oregon, USA, 25-28 February 2008

Talis presented on OpenURL and Finding Relationships in MARC Data at Code4Lib

Rob Styles and Ross Singer have both had submissions to this year's Code4Lib conference accepted. Code4Lib is the world's premiere event for those interested in innovating around the core systems upon which libraries traditionally rely, and Talis is delighted to build upon last year's engagement by sponsoring again for the 2008 event, which took place from 25-28 February.

Ross Singer presented with Jonathan Rochkind of the Johns Hopkins University Libraries on ÖpënÜRL, and Rob Styles talked about Finding Relationships in MARC Data

Online Information

Olympia Grand Hall, London, 4-6 December 2007

Consisting of an exhibition showcase and a substantial programme of speakers, Richard Wallis from Talis presented a session on Day 1 within ‘The Challenges of 2.0’ Track. Entitled Real Web 2.0 benefits. Beyond the initial 2.0 hype of mashing it all together, the social software silver bullet, and all you need is a blog and rounded corners, serious benefits are starting to appear. Some are obvious because they are visible; some are not so obvious but nevertheless powerful indicators of the way the web is evolving in towards a web of data. A review of real examples of this trend, why they are different, and what does it mean for the future. View presentation

Caught up in Web 2.0? Practical implementations and creative solutions for librarians and publishers

The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (Library), London, 22 November 2007

This one-day UKSG seminar was designed to meet the needs of those who want to understand what all the fuss is about, and provided real examples of how libraries and publishers are using Web 2.0 to meet the needs of their mutual customers. During the afternoon programme Richard Wallis delivered a presentation entitled 'Delivering the Web 2.0 promise'.

Grampian Information Annual Conference

Aberdeen, Scotland, 15 November 2007

Entitled Get Connected: exploring the potential of technology the conference this year was held at the Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen. Richard Wallis, Technology Evangelist at Talis and Lawrie Phipps, JISC Programme Manager Users and Innovation were keynotes at the event. View presentation
Richard and Karen Reece from Talis also hosted a workshop session entitled Web 2.0: Realising the Potential. Delegates had the opportunity to participate in workshops on blogs, technical skills development or web 2.0. A wiki was created during this workshop and can be viewed here.

RFID in Libraries

The QEII Conference Centre, London, 13 November 2007

As Silver sponsors, Talis were again happy to be supporting this event in 2007.
Karen Reece from Talisparticipated in a vendor discussion forum - a panel discussion about key issues affecting vendors and users of RFID systems which was moderated by Fiona Emberton before being opened up to delegates for a final Open Forum debate. More information

Talis Insight 2007

Hilton Birmingham Metropole, 6-7 November 2007

This year's major event - Talis Insight 07 - took place at the Birmingham Hilton Metropole over two days, attracting nearly 350 delegates. We were delighted that so many of you could join us at an event that was committed to playing a pivotal role in developing a community of common interest, dedicated to the widespread success of libraries and librarians. With a vibrant mix of influential speakers, sharing their experiences wisdom and vision, we were able to provide two days of thought provoking sessions providing delegates with 'inspiration for change'. Presentation sessions will be published online soon, together with audio and video files.

3M User Group meeting

18 October 2007, Alveston Manor, Stratford

Entitled Web2.0 Library2.0 – from Debate to Reality, Richard Wallis delivered a presentation to an audience of 3M’s Productivity in Libraries Group in Stratford. The future challenge for library professionals is to understand how Web 2.0 technologies translate in to the way their services are delivered in to the new physical, on-line, and even virtual, spaces where their users increasingly are to be found. After a couple of years of debate about the possible influences of these technologies, and some innovative examples, real implementation possibilities are now starting to appear. These technologies will reach beyond the add-ons of Blogs, Wikis, and RSS in to the fundamental way we will construct run and offer library services in the future. View presentation

Access 2007 - Techtonic Technologies

University of Victoria Library Technology Centre, BC Canada 10-13 October 2007

Canada’s Premier Library Technology Conference this year was held at The University of Victoria, and explored emerging trends and developments and its impact on academic libraries. Richard Wallis delivered a presentation exploring the concepts behind the Talis Platform which were first introduced by Paul Miller at Access 2006, showing how it is now being used by others, and by Talis, to deliver real applications. View presentation

PLA Conference 2007

Marriott Hotel, Glasgow, 10-12 October 2007

Talis exhibited at the Public Library Authorities Conference this year, under the heading of 'Inform, Educate , Entertain - whose role is it anyway? There was an opportunity to engage with Talis staff, as well as being inspired by conference themes affecting public libraries today.

Inspiring the i-Generation - Web 2.0, Teenagers and Libraries

Wolverhampton Science Park, 10 October 2007

Public, school, college and university libraries can't ignore Web 2.0 if they want to engage teenagers. But what's the best way to apply Web 2.0 to library services for teenagers? Ian Corns, Business Analyst at Talis, spoke at "Inspiring the iGeneration", where he discussed how Web2.0 applies to this generation and the potential impact, challanges and opportunities it may bring in the software and services we provide.

Achieving Real Business Growth through Second Life

Thistle Hotel, Marble Arch, London, 25-26 September 2007

At this first ever European Real World Conference, Talis Technology Evangelist Richard Wallis (Avatar Name - Ajax Escape), presented a session on day two entitled 'Riding the Second Life Wave' reflecting upon the way Talis have used Second Life to engage with the innovative members of their community. View presentation

Project Xedio Advisory Group

Talis, Birmingham, 6 September 2007

Talis were delighted to hold a Focus Group aimed at validating investment in Electronic Resource Management in the library. Over recent years, there has been the emergence of first generation ERM solutions for academic libraries. Building on our early research (Project Capio) and working with 20 libraries, the time is now ripe to advance ERM. Under the title Project Xedio, we plan to develop an ERM solution that will supersede first generation products.

The day commenced with a session about the Problem Definition, followed by exploring the Proposed Offering, and how the Talis Platform will be an integral part. And finally there was a presentation outlining the benefits and processes of Participation in Talis Advisory Groups. For further information on Talis Advisory Groups, Ian Corns has made a video of a similar presentation made for another Talis project, and this can be viewed here.

Scottish Talis Insight Conference

Abode Hotel, Glasgow, 4-5 September 2007

We were delighted with the success of Scottish Talis Insight held on the 4th-5th September.  With many thanks to our speakers who contributed to the event. Feedback and conversations throughout the two days indicated that attendees found the presentations stimulating, informative and inspiring. View presentations

We have published all presentations online, with audio and video files coming soon. If you have any questions at all about this event or Talis Insight Conference in November 6-7 contact insight07@talis.com.

Interlend 2007

King's College, London, 2-4 July 2007

Talis was exhibiting at this years Interlending and Information Delivery Forum event in July. Under the theme ‘Access all Areas: Equality and Access in Document Delivery’. Talis showcased complementary products including Talis Source, the UK’s largest Union Catalogue at the exhibition which was open on Tuesday 3rd July. More information

Umbrella 2007

University of Hertfordshire, 28-30 June 2007

Under the title of Catalysts for Change - making a difference, the 2007 Umbrella conference provided an opportunity to engage with Talis staff in the exhibition area, open from Thursday lunchtime until Friday afternoon.

Keynote presentations and plenary sessions were complemented by nine special topic streams. These featured presentations developed and delivered by CILIP's Special Interest Groups focusing on the key issues facing LIS professionals. More information

CILIPS

Peebles. Scotland, 11-13 June 2007

The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professional in Scotland held its 5th Annual Conference at the Peebles Hydro Hotel between the 11th and 13th of June this year. Talis was exhibiting at the event, the theme of which was 'Customer First: Developing People-Centred Library Services'. The conference was attended by librarians from all sectors of the profession, elected members and from a variety of organisations.

Gregynog Colloquium

Newtown, Wales, 11-15 June 2007

Monday 11th June saw the start of the annual residential colloquium held at Gregynog Hall (University of Wales' Conference Centre) for IT and library staff to discuss recent developments and exchange experiences. Talis was pleased to be supporting the event and was present in the exhibition area for the first half of the week. Organised by Higher Education Wales Information Technology (HEWIT) and Wales Higher Education Forum (WHELF) the event comprised of a combination of stimulating presentation sessions and networking opportunities.

Triangle Meeting

Finland, 22-24 May 2007

Held in Tampere, Finland, the main theme of this annual conference in 2007 was Library 2.0. Richard Wallis gave a keynote presentation entitled 'Making Library 2.0 real' which, although technology focused, revealed how Talis and others are changing the way libraries interact with their users. View presentation.

cpd25 Conference

London, 23 April 2007

Under the heading of ' The Library in the Interactive Environment: Practical use of technology to improve the student experience', this conference focuses on practical applications of new technologies throughout the information life-cycle of students and other users. Richard Wallis, Technology Evangelist at Talis, presented an afternoon session entitled "Web2.0 to Library2.0 - from debate to reality" addressing the potential of ongoing technological development for the way we offer library services in the future. View presentation. The video "The Machine is Us/ing Us" shown as part of the presentation can be viewed here.

Talis Webinar: Income Manager for Talis Alto

Birmingham, 18 April 2007

A third Web-based seminar (webinar) was held demonstrating and focusing on the features and benefits of Income Manager for Talis Alto. For more information about Income Manager please visit http://www.talis.com/products/income_manager.shtml or contact sales@talis.com.

Library 2.0 Forum at LiS 2007

NEC, Birmingham, 18 April 2007

Talis sponsored the Library 2.0 forum at the Library + information Show this year on Wednesday April 18. Entitled 'Engaging users and delivering innovative library services', Richard Wallis delivered the keynote presentation, 'Library 2.0 - from discussion and debate into reality'. View this presentation.

Executive Briefing Day

London, 15 March 2007

Entitled 'Re-imagining the Library', and building on the success of previous Executive Briefings, this joint event comprised of eight expert speakers. With a focus on the changing market landscape, business and technology innovation, the event included a keynote presentation from Bruce Royan, with discussion sessions including David Tebbutt and Les Watson and case studies from Tim Hodson, Herefordshire Library and Dave Pattern, University of Huddersfield. The event explored fundamental questions that many professionals are seeking to address. Is the world really changing? Are we ready to provide a 21st Century library service? The afternoon sessions began with a short video The Machine is Us. This followed with innovative examples by Andy Latham of how libraries are re-imagining their services - both physically and virtually, and more specifically the library brand with a presentation by Antony Brewerton, University of Warwick. The closing session on Library 2.0 presented by Richard Wallis the strategic impact of re-imagining the library. For more information about CILIP

EUSIDIC Annual Conference 2007

Denmark, 11-13 March 2007

Rob Styles from Talis challenged the notion that it is possible to copyright bibliographic metadata and challenged the audience to share more in a presentation promoting Open Data and sharing, at this event held at Roskilde University near Copenhagen. The event served as a platform for information industry leaders, top IT specialists, information policy-makers and library and information leaders, and intellectual luminaries to gather and discuss Web2.0 and Lib2.0 developments and its potential. More information

Irish Universities Information Services Colloquium

Athlone, Ireland 7-9 March 2007

Talis were silver sponsors of IUISC this year, the aim of which was to bring together those working in the university communities of library, computing, MIS and audiovisual departments to consider emerging issues and to exchange experience. The theme for 2007 was ' Enhancing Services through Communication and Collaboration.' More Information

My Library Seminar, Denmark

Aarhus, Denmark, 6 March 2007

The conference discussed and put into perspective, the possibility for libraries to rethink the OPAC and online search systems. Focusing on Personalisation, Stop Searching, and Web 2.0. Richard Wallis delivered a presenting entitled 'Mixing and Mashing - The Future of Library as a Service.' View presentation.

 

Building Union Catalogues with the Talis Platform

Thursday 22 February

To demonstrate some of the ways in which the Talis Platform can power current and future union catalogues of various types, Talis' Ian Davis, Paul Miller, Rob Styles and Richard Wallis hosted a webinar to explore and discuss the possibilities.

 

Talis Webinar: Income Manager for Talis Alto

Wednesday 21 February

A second Web-based seminar (webinar) was held on Wednesday 21st February 2007.  The presentation and demonstration focused on the features and benefits of Income Manager for Talis Alto. For more information about Income Manager please visit http://www.talis.com/products/income_manager.shtml or contact sales@talis.com.

 

Talis Product Briefing: Talis Message (quicker, more efficient communications)

Talis, Birmingham - 17 January 2007

The Talis Product Briefing, held at our offices in Birmingham and focussing on Talis Message, provided an understanding of the capabilities and benefits to the library and their customers.

Guest speakers from other libraries presented how they considered, justified and successfully deployed Talis Message - including their approaches, challenges and outcomes. Talkingtech provided a live demonstration of 'Express Reporting' and the 'Recording Module' which is available as part of Talis Message.

View presentations from Talis speakers and our case study speakers, Bolton Libraries, University of East London and Talkingtech.

 

Sharing vision planning practice: information professionals in further education

Glasgow, 27 November 2006

Paul Miller, Technology Evangelist, presented a morning session entitled Do Libraries Matter? at this first annual conference for SLIC members in the further education sector. Featuring speakers from Scottish Executive, CILIPS, NLS,COFHE, SFEU and colleges, the conference brought together thought leaders from across the UK in the field of knowledge management who offer insight, vision and comment on current drivers for change influencing strategy and policy across the sector.

 

Erasmus University Symposium

Erasmus University, Rotterdam, 23 November 2006

Paul Miller, Talis' Technology Evangelist, spoke at a symposium at the library of the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. View presentation.

The symposium, funded and organised by EURlib, attracts an audience of teachers and librarians from across the Dutch university sector, and poses questions fundamental to the way in which universities continue to conduct their educational activities moving forward. More information

 

Talis Partner Day: 'Partnering with Talis in 2007'

Talis, Birmingham, 21 November 2006

This first Talis Partner Day addressed both technical and commercial aspects of partnering with Talis in 2007, along with new business models and opportunities for partners to leverage Talis' recent investment in new technology and platform architecture. 

The day reflected an increased level of commitment from both Talis and partners and restated the framework for partners to achieve 'Talis Certified' status in the market.

For more information regarding the Talis Additions Partner Programme please visit www.talis.com/partners or contact Ceri McCall cerimccall@talis.com.

RFID In Libraries

The QEII Conference Centre, Westminster, London, 15 November 2006

CILIP has worked closely with the BIC/CILIP RFID in Libraries Group to produce a cutting-edge conference programme with the theme Identifying and exploiting the full potential of RFID. Talis were pleased to be supporting this event as silver sponsors.

At this second one-day conference librarians were able to review technical advances made during the past year and to see the latest technology in action. Presentations by expert speakers, Open Forum debates, and personal discussions with colleagues helped highlight RFID's advantages and pitfalls. More information

CILIP East of England Information Services Meeting

Cambridge, 14 November 2006

Richard Wallis presented at this event entitled Let's get Wiki'd: 2G Internet services . The CILIP East of England Services Group runs 2 meetings a year of interest to information librarians and information scientists within the region. This meeting concentrated on methods of supplying information electronically to their organisations. View Richard's presentation entitled Mashups - Just toys or the future?

2006 XXVI Annual Charleston Conference

Charleston, South Carolina, USA, 8-11 November 2006

The Charleston Conference is an informal annual gathering of librarians, publishers, electronic resource managers, consultants, and vendors of library materials in Charleston, SC, in November, to discuss issues of importance to them all. It is designed to be a collegial gathering of individuals from different areas who discuss the same issues in a non-threatening, friendly, and highly informal environment.

Paul Miller spoke in a session on the morning of Thursday 9th November entitled The Next Generation ILS .

Internet Librarian 2006

Monterey Conference Centre, California, USA 23-25 October 2006

Presented by Information Today Inc, the conference theme this year was - Integrated Experiences: Compelling Content Combinations - providing Internet librarians with many ideas and opportunities to enlist new partners in integrating content for their clients, showcase their mash-up creations, engage with organizations and communities, and to have a positive impact on their environments. Talis' Dr Paul Miller contributed to this conference by delivering a Library 2.0 paper in session D101 on Monday 23rd October. View presentation.

Talis Product Briefing: Talis Keystone

Talis, Birmingham, 24 October 2006

Talis held the first in a series of Talis Product Briefings, at our offices in Birmingham. The seminar focused on Talis Keystone. Delegates were given an understanding of how Web Services are enabling interoperability between library and student services through the integration of institutional systems.

The event provided libraries in-depth product presentations and demonstrations, customer case studies, and early views of the product roadmap. Attendees, including IT professionals, middle managers, system managers, practitioners and partner organisations were given the opportunity to consider investment in new and existing products - while validating and contributing to future development plans.

Guest speakers from University College Dublin and Queens University presented how they have successfully implemented Talis Keystone; providing insight on their approach, challenges and outcomes - which ultimately provides increased visibility of their library services.

View presentations from Talis speakers and our case study speakers, University College Dublin and Queens University Belfast

Internet Librarian International 2006

Copthorne Tara Hotel, London, 16-17 October 2006

This year's dual themes for Internet Librarian International - discovering new resources and demystifying new technology - reflect the concerns of information professionals worldwide. Talis was proud to be associated with Internet Librarian International this year and supported the event as a gold sponsor. In addition, Paul Miller spoke in the session entitled 'Setting the Stage for 2.0', where he provided his viewpoint on the need for library services to move out of the building and off the website. Talis' Technology Evangelist Paul was joined by Phil Bradley, Brian Kelly and Michael Stephens on the first morning of the conference, for a lively discussion. View presentation.

Access 2006

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, 11-14 October 2006

Paul Miller, Talis' Technology Evangelist, spoke at this year's Access conference in the Canadian capital, Ottawa. The session explored the concept of Library 2.0, and demonstrated ways in which Talis and others are delivering on the vision of an engaged and engaging library.
The Access conferences, held in a different Canadian city each year since 1993, have gained a solid reputation as gathering places for those at the forefront of innovations in library technology.

View Paul Miller's presentation from 13th October 2006.
To find out more about this year's Access conference, visit www.access2006.uottawa.ca/
Learn more about Library 2.0 by reading our latest white paper on the topic, 'Library 2.0: the challenge of Disruptive Innovation', available from www.talis.com/resources/

Public Library Authorities Conference

Southampton, 11-13 October 2006

Talis exhibited at the PLA conference this year, held in Southampton. Entitled 'Putting the Public back into Public Libraries', the theme of this year's PLA Conference was simply 'the public'. Also known as users, customers, readers, citizens, residents, and all people who live, work or study full time in our areas. There was an opportunity to visit Talis' stand throughout the event and engage with Talis representatives who were showcasing the latest product enhancements and discussing future plans.
Talis Advisory Board responds to MLA/PwC Stock Procurement Report

 

Talis Research Day 6

Talis, Birmingham, 28 September 2006

Talis held its 6th Research Day, at our offices in Birmingham on Thursday 28th September, 2006. The seminar titled: "Management Information for your Library" brought together libraries and key regulatory bodies to discuss, debate and challenge the current status of management information for UK public and academic libraries. Today, Talis' Reports and Decisions applications support Management Information and Performance Management tasks inside the institution. 

The Research Day explored a future vision of new possibilities for management information and performance benchmarking.  The event examined the changing landscape within the wider context of technological advancements in Web 2.0, Web Services and the Talis Platform.  Talis unveiled the vision behind Project Memphis - a Research Project which explores domain wide library reporting and the opportunities for libraries to easily benchmark individual performance against libraries across the UK, through aggregated management information in the Talis Platform. 

The event presented consultants, members of regulatory bodies and information professionals with a great opportunity to shape the future of management information and performance benchmarking for the library community. 

View presentations from Talis speakers and Stephen Mossop , Head of Bibliographic & Support Services (Systems), UCLAN

 

TICER 06

Tilburg, Netherlands, 21-25 August 2006

Tilburg Innovation Centre for Electronic Resources introduced a modular course of presentations and discussions preparing librarians and publishers for the future. Speaking as part of module 2: Hands-on: Library 2.0 technologies to reach out to the customer, on the second evening of the event, Dr Paul Miller presented the trends, technologies and observations which make up Library 2.0. Entitled, For the People, by the People? Paul's session explored shifts in our notions of community, openness, participation, presence and collaboration and the picture Library 2.0 paints - meeting the needs of people who might never have considered 'the library' to be relevant to them. View presentation.

 

FIL Interlend 2006

University of Southampton, 10-12 July 2006

Building on the success of our presentation at the FIL event in March, Talis was a premier sponsor of FIL Interlend 2006. In addition to exhibiting throughout this event, Paul Miller, Talis' Technology Evangelist, presented within the conference programme on 11th July, focussing on "Harnessing technology to ensure that interlending serves the user". View presentation

 

CoFHE/UC&R Conference 2006

University of East Anglia, 3 - 6 July 2006

This joint CofHE / UC&R Study Conference was held at the University of East Anglia, and explored issues around adapting to and leading changes within the further and higher education environment. The conference concentrated on a number of 'How to' skills based on a series of workshops, concluding with an 'Open Forum'. Talis was pleased to be supporting this event as a sponsor. For more information visit www.ucrg.org.uk/events/conf.htm

 

INULS The 2006 Irish National and University Library Staff Conference

Queen's University Belfast, 29 June - 1 July 2006

Talis was pleased to be sponsoring this year's conference which was hosted by Queen's University Belfast on its city centre campus. The theme of this year's event was "New Directions for Service Delivery", focusing on support for library users. The programme offered a rich mix of experienced speakers and informal discussion sessions, coupled with a varied programme of visits and social events appealing to a wide cross-section of library staff. For more information visit www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/InformationServices/TheLibrary/INULS

 

SCONUL Conference 2006

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle, 21-23 June 2006

Paul Miller, Talis’ Technology Evangelist, lead a workshop at this year’s SCONUL conference in Newcastle upon Tyne, entitled, “Disruption the Library 2.0 way - opportunity or threat?” This encouraged participants to think about ways in which ideas behind Library 2.0 impinge upon – and begin to fundamentally alter – their support for learning, teaching and research. View presentation.

SCONUL, the Society of College, National and University Librarians, promotes excellence in library services in higher education and national libraries across the United Kingdom and Ireland. Their annual conference represents the premiere gathering of senior library personnel in the academic environment, and is this year was held in the city of Newcastle.

Learn more about Library 2.0 by reading our latest white paper on the topic, “Library 2.0: the challenge of Disruptive Innovation”, available from www.talis.com/resources/

 

Camden Staff Conference

19 June 2006

Held annually at - and in association with -  The British Library, this event is attended by all 200 Camden Library staff, together with invited corporate and external delegates. The day offers the opportunity to explore The British Library's resources, as well as a full programme of presentations by guest speakers. The main theme this year was Online Services. At this year's Camden Library Service staff conference, Richard Wallis delivered a presentation entitled Web 2.0/Library 2.0 - Libraries Do Matter?

 

Leicestershire Library Services 2006 Staff Conference

13 June 2006

Entitled Libraries into 2015: Looking into the Crystal Ball, Richard Wallis from Talis presented an outline of the work that is being developed with Leicestershire libraries, together with recent Talis developments. Richard's presentation also included discussions around Web 2.0 and Library 2.0, provoking thoughts on ways in which libraries can work with Talis to shape the future of library services to 2015 and beyond.

RFID in Libraries Conference 2006

Olympia 2 Conference Centre, London, 25 May 2006

Talis took part in this event which brought together key decision makers who are involved in assessing, developing, financing and implementing RFID systems in UK libraries. For additional information about this event visit: www.rfidforum.com/index.php

 

Celtic Conference lll

Cardiff, 16th- 19 May 2006

Talis exhibited at the third Celtic Connections Conference. The event was held at the Thistle Hotel, Cardiff. The conference provided delegates with an excellent opportunity to speak with Talis representatives about new product enhancements and key research developments.

 

Talis Research Day 5

Talis, Birmingham, 9 May 2006

Building Resource Discovery and Sharing Systems on the Talis Platform

Talis were pleased to announce the date of its 5th Research Day, which was held at our offices in Birmingham on Tuesday May 9th, 2006. This free, invitation only seminar brought together those interested in commissioning, building, and using resource discovery and sharing systems, to hear about and discuss the latest exciting development in this area. This event examined the changing landscape within the wider context of technological advancements in Web 2.0, Web Services and the Talis Platform. More specifically, we explored key issues including:

This event was of particular interest to two groups:

• ILL and LMS vendors who need to understand how to make their applications interoperate services from the Talis Platform
• Consortia and regional associations, whether considering a new shared resource discovery system, or refreshing an existing system. Or a consultant or developer involved in this field.

The event was an opportunity to understand the possibilities of applying the Talis Platform to the challenges of resource discovery and sharing. For further information, please contact trd@talis.com

All the presentations from Talis Research Day are available to download as Powerpoint Show (.pps) files.

 

Capio Seminar

Kingston University, 3 May 2006

As part of Talis’ ongoing Capio programme (The strategy for addressing electronic resource management in the UK) we held the above seminar to provide an update on the current status and aims of the programme. We were delighted to announce that within the framework of the Talis Additions certification programme, we are evaluating Meridian (the leading ERM solution from Endeavor) as a candidate solution for integration as part of Capio.

The agenda is now available, please click here. If you would like to book a place please contact sales@talis.com

 

ELAG Conference

Central University Library (BCU), Bucharest, 26 - 28 April 2006

Paul Miller presented at this year's ELAG (European Library Automation Group) event on Wednesday 26th April at 16:30, with a presentation session titled: 'Library 2.0’.

FIL @ BLDSC Day

17 March 2006

The Forum for Interlending and Document Delivery organised an event at the British Library Document Supply Centre on 17th March 2006. This event included a series of talks, a panel discussion on union catalogues and a tour of the BLDSC.Dave Errington, CEO, presented Talis’ vision of 'Resource Sharing and the Future of Union Catalogues, based on the Talis Platform' at the Forum for Interlending Conference in March.

London Book Fair

ExCel London, 5 -7 March 2006

Richard Wallis presented at this year's London Book Fair on Tuesday 7th March at 14:25, with a presentation session titled:'Leveraging WebServices:Enriching your Customers’

 

The Public Libraries Authorites Conference 2005

Kenilworth, Warwickshire, 19-21 October 2005

Ken Chad spoke at this year's PLA conference in Warwickshire on Thursday 20th October. In the session, entitled 'Learning for the knowledge economy', Ken discussed some solutions that take advantage of the next wave of Web based technologies - 'Web 2.0'.