This newly updated online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course (online - updated for 2023)#bictraining Purpose of the Course This intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing,...
Aimed at experienced ONIX users, this online course provides guidance on optimising your metadata and the more complex aspects of ONIX.BIC ONIX: Advanced Topics training course (online - revised for 2023)#bictraining Purpose of the CourseRecent research shows that good metadata leads to increased sales*. With that in mind, this advanced course mixes the theoretical discussion of...
Next in the series of the Thema focussed BIC Brunch SessionsBIC Brunches 2023#bicbrunchThe Thema Sessions: Making the most of ThemaOverviewBIC Brunches are a series of live webinars which have been created for BIC members and non-members to attend to discuss book industry supply chain topics (including issues, successes, and challenges). Each BIC Brunch session is...
Applications due for the Metadata Excellence Award (MEA) quarterly review.
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course #bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It...
Thema is the global subject classification scheme for the book trade. This course explains its origins, development, uptake, benefits & moreBIC Thema: Essentials half-day training course (online)#bictraining Purpose of the Course This course provides an introduction to Thema – the international subject classification scheme for the global book trade – explaining the need for such a scheme;...
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Applications due for the Metadata Excellence Award (MEA) quarterly review.
Thema is the global subject classification scheme for the book trade. This course explains its origins, development, uptake, benefits & moreBIC Thema: Essentials half-day training course (online)#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis course provides an introduction to Thema – the international subject classification scheme for the global book trade – explaining the need for such a scheme;...
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Quarterly meeting of the BIC's Metadata Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
Aimed at experienced ONIX users, this online course provides guidance on optimising your metadata and the more complex aspects of ONIX.BIC ONIX: Advanced Topics training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseRecent research shows that good metadata leads to increased sales*. With that in mind, this advanced course mixes the theoretical discussion of metadata with practical examples and...
Great overview of the creation of eBooks: a complete introduction for those new to eBooks and a great update for those with some experienceCreated by the book industry, for the book industryFor an empowered, informed supply chainEstablished in 1991, BIC is an independent, not-for-profit organisation at the heart of the book publishing industry. We pride...
Accessibility - How does the European Accessibility Act affect your organisation?BIC Brunches 2024#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: Back to Basics, The LegalitiesOverviewBIC Brunches are a series of live webinars which have been created for BIC members and non-members to attend to discuss book industry supply chain topics (including issues, successes, and challenges). Each BIC Brunch session is...
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
Quarterly meeting of the BIC's Metadata Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
Accessibility - How does the European Accessibility Act affect your metadata?BIC Brunches 2024#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: MetadataOverviewBIC Brunches are a series of live webinars which have been created for BIC members and non-members to attend to discuss book industry supply chain topics (including issues, successes, and challenges). Each BIC Brunch session is dedicated to one key...
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Thema is the global subject classification scheme for the book trade. This course explains its origins, development, uptake, benefits & moreBIC Thema: Essentials half-day training course (online)#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis course provides an introduction to Thema – the international subject classification scheme for the global book trade – explaining the need for such a scheme;...
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
Quarterly meeting of the BIC's Metadata Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
A guide to the accessibility requirements of the content of a digital book.BIC Brunches 2024#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: Exploring ePubOverviewBIC Brunches are a series of live webinars which have been created for BIC members and non-members to attend to discuss book industry supply chain topics (including issues, successes, and challenges). Each BIC Brunch session is dedicated...
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Aimed at experienced ONIX users, this online course provides guidance on optimising your metadata and the more complex aspects of ONIX.BIC ONIX: Advanced Topics training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseRecent research shows that good metadata leads to increased sales*. With that in mind, this advanced course mixes the theoretical discussion of metadata with practical examples and...
A guide to the accessibility requirements of AltText for Digital BooksBIC Brunches 2024#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: AltText for Digital Books.OverviewBIC Brunches are a series of live webinars which have been created for BIC members and non-members to attend to discuss book industry supply chain topics (including issues, successes, and challenges). Each BIC Brunch session is dedicated...
Expert speakers guide us through the often-complex topic of fixed layout titles.BIC Brunches 2024#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: Fixed LayoutOverviewBIC Brunches are a series of live webinars which have been created for BIC members and non-members to explore book industry supply chain topics (including issues, successes, and challenges). Each BIC Brunch session is dedicated to one key...
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Expert speakers guide us through STEM/scholarly publishing requirements in light of the EAA.BIC Brunches 2025#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: STEM/Scholarly Publishing RequirementsIntroductionJoin us in this, the sixth session of our series of webinars dedicated to Accessibility, which we have put together with the 2025 European Accessibility Act (EAA) firmly in mind.This event follows on from four incredibly...
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
Thema is the global subject classification scheme for the book trade. This course explains its origins, development, uptake, benefits & moreBIC Thema: Essentials half-day training course (online)#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis course provides an introduction to Thema – the international subject classification scheme for the global book trade – explaining the need for such a scheme;...
BIC Brunch: European Accessibility Act - Websites/Platforms & Packaging Expert speakers reveal considerations & requirements for websites/platforms in light of the EAA with considerations for accessible packaging Get tickets Introduction Join us in this, the 7th session of our series of webinars dedicated to Accessibility, which we have put together with the 2025 European Accessibility...
Expert speakers reveal considerations & requirements for websites/platforms in light of the EAA with considerations for accessible packagingBIC Brunches 2025#bicbrunchEuropean Accessibility Act: Websites/Platforms and Accessible PackagingIntroductionJoin us in this, the 7th session of our series of webinars dedicated to Accessibility, which we have put together with the 2025 European Accessibility Act (EAA) firmly in mind.This...
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Applications due for the Metadata Excellence Award (MEA) quarterly review.
Aimed at experienced ONIX users, this online course provides guidance on optimising your metadata and the more complex aspects of ONIX.BIC ONIX: Advanced Topics training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseRecent research shows that good metadata leads to increased sales*. With that in mind, this advanced course mixes the theoretical discussion of metadata with practical examples and...
Thema is the global subject classification scheme for the book trade. This course explains its origins, development, uptake, benefits & moreBIC Thema: Essentials half-day training course (online)#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis course provides an introduction to Thema – the international subject classification scheme for the global book trade – explaining the need for such a scheme;...
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
Expert speakers share hints & tips regarding requirements of EAA & the impacts on user experience when it comes to DRM & Text to Speech. BIC Brunches 2025 #bicbrunch European Accessibility Act: DRM, Text-to-Speech Introduction Join us in this, the 8th session of our series of webinars dedicated to Accessibility, which we have put...
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Applications due for the Metadata Excellence Award (MEA) quarterly review.
Expert speakers share hints & tips regarding accessibility considerations for printed books.Expert speakers share hints & tips regarding accessibility considerations for printed books. Expert speakers share hints & tips regarding accessibility considerations for printed books. BIC Brunches 2025 #bicbrunch Making Printed Books Accessible Introduction Join us in this, the next session of our popular series...
Quarterly meeting of the BIC's Metadata Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
This online course introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing & distributing good book metadata.BIC ONIX: Essentials Plus training course#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis intensive course (provided as an online course in three, half-day training sessions) introduces the ONIX standard and the essentials of producing, managing, and distributing good book metadata. It mixes...
Thema is the global subject classification scheme for the book trade. This course explains its origins, development, uptake, benefits & moreBIC Thema: Essentials half-day training course (online)#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseThis course provides an introduction to Thema – the international subject classification scheme for the global book trade – explaining the need for such a scheme;...
Applications due for the Metadata Excellence Award (MEA) quarterly review.
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
Quarterly meeting of the BIC's Metadata Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
Expert speakers share hints & tips to enhance discoverability using ThemaExpert speakers share hints & tips to enhance discoverability using Thema BIC Brunch: How Better Metadata Drives Book Discovery – the Power of Thema #bicbrunch Introduction Used to their full potential, Thema subject codes and qualifiers are powerful tools for helping readers find the books...