eResource Central (eRC) is a cloud-based digital resource management solution for libraries, designed to seamlessly integrate eBooks, audiobooks, and other digital content from multiple vendors into a library’s existing catalog and discovery interface. eRC enables patrons to discover, check out, and download digital resources directly from the library’s catalog, interfiling digital and physical materials in a single search. The platform supports integration with over 19 major content providers, including OverDrive, Hoopla, Baker & Taylor, and Mackin, and is compatible with SirsiDynix Symphony and Horizon ILS systems. eRC automates the synchronization of purchased and removed titles, provides real-time availability, and allows staff to manage vendor accounts and collections from a unified admin tool. The system is designed to reduce administrative overhead, increase resource visibility, and enhance the user experience by providing instant, one-click access to digital content on any device.

Key Features

Unified Discovery and Delivery Combines digital and physical resources in a single search and checkout experience.

• Interfiles eBooks, audiobooks, and physical items in catalog results
• One-click download or access for digital content

Multi-Vendor Integration Supports a wide range of digital content providers.

• 19+ vendors in production or integration (e.g., OverDrive, Hoopla, Baker & Taylor, Mackin)
• Automatic syncing of purchased and removed titles

Real-Time Availability and Account Management Provides up-to-date information for staff and patrons.

• Live title copies and availability in catalog and admin views
• View and manage current checkouts and holds

Administrative Efficiency Centralizes management of digital collections.

• Unified admin tool for vendor accounts and collections
• No need to load or index e-resource MARC records locally

Patron Self-Service Empowers users to manage their digital loans.

• Return items early or cancel holds (with supporting vendors)
• View all checkouts and holds in “My Account”

Benefits

Increased Resource Visibility Digital resources are as discoverable as physical items.

• Boosts usage of e-resources
• Reduces barriers to access

Streamlined Workflows Simplifies digital collection management for staff.

• Reduces manual catalog maintenance
• Centralizes vendor and collection administration

Enhanced User Experience Patrons access all resources from a familiar interface.

• Single search for all content types
• Instant access to digital materials on any device

Cost and Time Savings Minimizes local IT and cataloging workload.

• No local MARC record management for e-resources
• Cloud-based delivery and updates