IGeLU 2025

Conference

Migration of library data is a critical but challenging task that libraries face when moving to new systems, especially when it comes to a consortium. This presentation will explore the intricacies of data migration and provide a comprehensive guide to ensuring a smooth and successful transition. The focus will be on bibliographic data migrations that may occur from one Institutional Zone (IZ) to another or from external systems such as Aleph to Alma. In addition, the presentation will cover the migration of other types of data, including acquisitions, loans and requests.

Key topics include planning and preparation, technical considerations and testing for critical steps and validation. Different data endpoints such as import profiles and API will be compared. Attendees will gain valuable insight and practical knowledge on how to organise a migration without directly involving Clarivate. It will highlight where compromise is required and where it is perfectly fine.

Migration / Implementation