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;...

A collaborative, hands-on workshop for people and organisations that are currently working on their solutions to EUDR BIC is pleased to announce that it is holding an in-person EUDR workshop on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 in London at the offices of: HarperCollins, The News Building, 1 London Bridge Street, London SE1 9GF Refreshments and a...

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...

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;...

Aimed at those new to book production, this course provides an introduction to how books are made (looking at the whole process).BIC An Introduction to Production training course (online)#bictrainingPurpose of the CourseAimed at those new to book production, this online course (which will be delivered in two, half-day sessions) provides an introduction to how books...

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...

Our new, flexible monochrome course will help you and your teams understand how monochrome books are made and the process managed.Created by the book industry, for the book industry For an empowered, informed supply chain Established in 1991, BIC is an independent, not-for-profit organisation at the heart of the book industry. We pride ourselves on...

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...