Library Services Platforms Upgrade
The OhioLINK consortium, which includes the University of Cincinnati Libraries, is upgrading the Library Services Platform (LSP) in summer 2025 to Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE.
This cloud-based, enterprise system software is the backbone of day-to-day library operations (acquisitions, cataloging, circulation/fullfillment, etc.). The new system will provide user benefits to help students, faculty and other library users find (and access) information critical to learning, teaching and research. Its user-friendly interactions will be more user intuitive.
More details can be found on the FAQ. Check this page throughout the spring for project updates.
Although we are working to minimize any disruption to services, the cut over to the new system will impact acquisitions and summer borrowing of print materials among other OhioLINK institutions. If you have any questions, please contact your subject librarian.
Important Service Dates
March 1, 2025 is the last date to purchase or license new materials during this fiscal year (ending on June 30, 2025). Purchasing and licensing will resume after the new fiscal year begins on July 1, 2025. More information about the resumption of purchasing/licensing will be shared as information becomes available. Please contact your subject librarian as soon as possible.
May 23, 2025 - deadline for requests for OhioLINK or SearchOhio resource sharing
June 25, 2025 - Go live with Alma, Primo and Rapido (replaces OhioLINK requesting)