Next steps – moving to Kortext

Here’s how we’ll ensure a smooth transition with no interruption to your library supply.

Why you should choose Kortext for your library supply

Select from a wide range of models – including perpetual access, multiple concurrency and DDA – on content from 8,000+ publishers worldwide.

Minimise disruption to your workflows – our products integrate seamlessly into all major library systems.

Work with a trusted supplier who has been partnering with libraries to provide tailored digital solutions for over a decade.

Enhance student experience with our market-leading reader and learner analytics. 

Learn more about our commitment to providing librarians with flexibility and choice in our statement.

Next steps

Here’s how to get the process started:

1. Complete the form on this page to let us know your initial requirements; a Kortext team member will be in touch.

2. Send us your current holdings data so we can review your requirements and suggest a solution that matches your needs.

3. Share your EDI/API requirements with us (if this is your preferred order method), making sure all your codes are up to date.

Any questions? Take a look at our FAQs below.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a question regarding our library supply and the library licence models that we offer? We’ve set out the key points for you below, but please reach out using the form above if you have any other questions about our services.

Content

Does Kortext have all the publisher content and terms required to support library licensing business?

We have an extensive inventory from 8,000+ publishers worldwide including leading academic names. However, for complete assurance, send us your title list and we will confirm availability.

Which licence models do you offer?

Kortext offers libraries a wide range of models including: 

  • Perpetual access licences  
  • Rental/subscription options covering: 
    • Unlimited or limited concurrency eBook licences 
    • 1:1 eTextbooks
  • Demand-driven acquisition (DDA) and patron-driven acquisition (PDA) for both perpetual access content and rental/subscription content
  • OA/OER content available as free-to-access eBooks.
Does Kortext support licence upgrades?

Yes, we support licence upgrades, as needed.

Do you offer short term loans?

Currently, short term loans is not a model that Kortext supports under our publisher contracts. 

Will Kortext supply print books?

We are not planning to offer shelf-ready print supply, but we do work with a partner to supply print books subject to minimum orders of eBooks.

Will you be offering a digital first approval plan?

Yes, we will be able to support digital first approval plans.

Will Kortext support searching by Dewey and Library of Congress?

Yes, these developments will be available as part of the ‘Advanced Search’ functionality in our acquisitions platform, Kortext acquire.

Hosting

Can I rehost my content with more than one supplier?

A title with a limited user licence can only be hosted by one supplier. For example, an eBook with three concurrent user licences cannot be hosted by both Kortext and another aggregator. 

Will Kortext be charging a rehosting fee?

No, we will not be charging a fee for rehosting titles.

How can my library transfer its holdings to Kortext?

You will need an up-to-date holdings report and permission from your current supplier to transfer the holdings. Kortext will confirm title match or supply data for you to review.   

You can export a list of your owned eBook Central holdings. An Entitlements Report can be run from the Entitlements Report page in LibCentral. If you require additional detail on usage and purchase details, you can generate a Title Report.  

How can I update my holdings with Kortext access URLs?

We can supply a list of your titles in MARC or Excel with your new access URLs so you can update holdings in your LMS or discovery service.

Is Kortext COUNTER compliant?

Kortext is COUNTER 5 compliant and working towards COUNTER 5.1 audit compliance.

Workflows

Do you integrate with Library Management Systems?

Yes, Kortext integrates with most Library Management Systems including Alma, Sierra and OCLC.

What does your acquisitions platform offer?

We have already invested heavily in our acquisitions platform, Kortext acquire, based on customer feedback. We are accelerating the pace of development of Kortext acquire as a free-to-use acquisition tool for any library, integrated with all key library systems to deliver seamless workflow for content discovery, selection and acquisition.

Do you charge for MARC records?

Kortext does not charge for MARC records up to and including level 2. Enhanced MARC records will incur a charge.

About Kortext

Does Kortext have the resources to support a large influx of business?

Yes. We are expanding our sales, account management and customer success teams to ensure we continue to deliver excellent support at every stage of your journey with us.

I’ve never done business with Kortext. How do I know you are financially stable and sufficiently resourced to handle our business?

Kortext has been a leading supplier of digital content to the library sector since 2013. We are on SUPC Lots 4.1, 5 & 7 and APUC Lots 1 & 5. 

Where did Kortext come from?

Led by our CEO, James Gray, Kortext was founded in 2013, with a mission to help all students fulfil their potential. James was already known to those in the library sector, having been instrumental in transforming the way university libraries procure content via Coutts and OASIS. Alongside colleagues with significant sector knowledge, he has channelled 30+ years’ experience into making Kortext a success.

 

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