Open Solutions for Libraries Gain Momentum is an article on Information Today which gives an excellent overview of the current state of library data and sharing.  Not only does it present the current struggle with OCLC’s licensing efforts with a fair approach, it also presents the up-and-coming players such as LibLime, Open Library and biblios.net.

This is one of those articles that is good for updating those not deeply involved in libraryland.

found via LISNews

Cybermetrics Lab, a research group based in Spain, has released a listing of the top 300 digital repositories in the world, which include a Top 300 Repository List and a Top 300 Institutional List.

This looks to be a great way to explore and discover new reference resources.  Take a look at the lists, follow a few links, see if you don’t find something worthwhile!

found on Stephen’s Lighthouse