BLUEcloud eRM is a cloud-based electronic resource management solution designed for libraries to organize, track, and manage all types of electronic resources throughout their entire lifecycle. Built on the open-source CORAL ERMS and hosted by SirsiDynix, BLUEcloud eRM enables libraries to handle acquisition, licensing, implementation, and ongoing management of e-resources in a single, integrated platform. The system supports batch import of resources, license uploads (including ONIX-PL format), and two-way integration with the EBSCO Knowledge Base. It provides modules for managing resources, organizations, licenses, usage statistics, and support cases, with workflows and alerts to guide staff through each step of the process. BLUEcloud eRM is designed to streamline e-resource administration, improve data accuracy, and ensure compliance with licensing terms, while offering end-to-end support and regular updates from SirsiDynix.

Key Features

Full Lifecycle Management Manages electronic resources from trial and acquisition through licensing and ongoing administration.

• Track providers, subscription costs, start/end dates, and support cases
• Upload and compare license terms

Batch Import and Integration Facilitates efficient data management and interoperability.

• Batch import resources from content providers
• Import license expressions in ONIX-PL format
• Two-way EBSCO Knowledge Base API integration

Modular Organization Organizes all aspects of e-resource management in dedicated modules.

• Resources, Organizations, Licenses, Usage Statistics, and Management modules

Automated Workflows and Alerts Streamlines staff collaboration and task management.

• Workflow alerts for task handoffs
• Automated reminders for renewals and expirations

Usage Statistics and Reporting Supports data-driven decision-making.

• COUNTER Release 5 support for usage data
• Customizable reports on resource usage and costs

Open Source Foundation with Enhancements Combines the flexibility of open source with commercial support.

• Based on CORAL ERMS with SirsiDynix enhancements
• Hosted, maintained, and supported by SirsiDynix

Benefits

Centralized Resource Management Simplifies oversight of all electronic subscriptions and licenses.

• Single platform for all e-resource data
• Reduces administrative complexity

Improved Compliance and Transparency Ensures accurate tracking of license terms and usage.

• License uploads and comparison tools
• Automated alerts for compliance deadlines

Increased Efficiency Automates repetitive tasks and streamlines workflows.

• Batch imports and workflow alerts
• Reduces manual data entry and errors

Scalable and Supported Adapts to libraries of any size with ongoing support.

• Hosted and maintained by SirsiDynix
• Regular updates and training available