LibStaffer to the Rescue: Keep Your Projects Moving with Workflow Forms
By Hannah on July 1, 2025
Ever wonder how you could simplify internal processes at your library? Would you like to automate approval notifications and make it easier to follow up with other departments? At Springshare, we’ve got you covered with LibStaffer Workflow Forms. This adaptable functionality has every …
Tales From the Co-Op: June Exchanges
By Hannah on June 24, 2025
Gather 'round for another exciting edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you haven't caught up with the latest in this series, be sure to check out our May exchanges. Have you had trouble keeping up with incoming questions while your library is understaffed? Would you like to offer patr …
Library Badging: Engaging Students with Interactive Tutorials
By Hannah on June 13, 2025
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Learning Lab with guest speakers from the Content Creation team at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)! In this webinar, Library Badging: Engaging Students with interactive Tutorials in the Virtual Space on Tuesday, July 15 at 1:30pm ET, you'l …
Shake Up Your Summer with Exciting New Products from Springshare
By Hannah on June 3, 2025
Whether you're catching up on projects between semesters or ramping up for the ultimate Summer Reading Program, you'll want to carve out time in the coming weeks to learn about some exciting new products from Springshare! We're passionate about helping libraries thrive in a digital-fi …
Tales From the Co-Op: May Exchanges
By Hannah on May 27, 2025
We are back with the latest edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you haven't had the chance to read last month's post in this series, be sure to check out our April exchanges. The 24/7 Chat Cooperative is an adaptable service, designed to meet the needs of modern libraries through a ne …
Get Inspired by Watching the Latest Springy Webinars
By Hannah on May 20, 2025
With a packed conference schedule, new product releases, and numerous updates on the horizon, we've been buzzing with activity over here at Springshare! In fact, we've hosted numerous exciting webinars recently that you should definitely catch up on to make sure you're getting the mos …
Upskilling Student Workers with LibWizard Tutorials
By Hannah on May 16, 2025
Engaging staff training is essential for improving information retention. Our LibWizard platform allows libraries to design custom tutorials with multimedia, instant feedback, and accurate assessment. And the best part? It's super easy to set up and use! We recently spoke with Erika W …
LibChat on the Go: Meeting Patrons Where They Are
By Hannah on May 13, 2025
Real-time virtual conversations are made easy with LibChat! This LibAnswers module is a reference powerhouse that provides an effortless way for patrons to chat with a librarian from any device. Seamlessly integrate custom chat widgets into popular LibGuides, discovery layers, or any …
Springshare Hits the Road for May Conferences!
By Hannah on May 8, 2025
Look out, here we come! We have a very full conference schedule this month and are thrilled to be able to meet up with library workers from all over the country. Be sure to stop by our booth if you're attending any of the same events because we've got quite a few new tricks up our sle …
Celebrating 18 Years of LibGuides: A Journey of Innovation
By Hannah on April 30, 2025
Origins of LibGuides: A New Era for Libraries In 2007, the landscape of library resources was forever changed with the introduction of LibGuides, a revolutionary tool designed to create web-based, multimedia research guides. The innovation stemmed from a simple, yet profound understan …