BIC’s EDI for Libraries Half-Day Training Course (online)
A half day training session with EDI experts from Bibliographic Data Services, and Peters Ltd.
A half day training session with EDI experts from Bibliographic Data Services, and Peters Ltd.
Sixth in the series of the brand new 6 x Thema focussed BIC Brunch Sessions planned for 2022/23.
Our new, flexible monochrome course will help you and your teams understand how monochrome books are made and the process managed.
BIC UK ONIX National Group meeting for BIC members only
Aimed at those new to book production, this course provides an interactive introduction to how books are made (looking at the whole process)BIC An Introduction to Production training course (online)#bictraining Purpose of the Course Aimed at those new to book production, this online course (which will be delivered in two, half-day sessions) provides an interactive introduction to...
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,...
BIC board of directors meeting
Applications due for the Metadata Excellence Award (MEA) quarterly review.
Quarterly BIC Digital committee meeting for members only
BIC is delighted to be exhibiting (stand 3D91) and speaking at London Book Fair 2023! Our annual event “Delivering a Smarter, Sustainable Supply Chain” is scheduled for Wed 19th April 2023, (Focus Theatre, Olympia), and we’re also speaking at the LBF “Sustainability Lounge” on the same day in the morning.
Regular meeting of the LCF Technical Panel
London Book Fair 2023 logo BIC's Delivering a Smarter, Sustainable Supply Chain session Focus Theatre, Olympia 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Join us in this combined panel-and-audience discussion where we’ll explore key supply chain and sustainability topics spanning the supply chain from: Printing → Shipping/distribution → Ordering → Returns, as follows: Books Across Borders How...
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;...
Quarterly meeting of the BIC's Metadata Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
Applications due for the Supply Chain Excellence Award (SCEA) quarterly review.
BIC Green Supply Chain Committee Meeting Meeting of the Green Supply Chain Committee Meeting which occurs every 2-3 months. For BIC members only.
BIC Metadata Sub Committee meeting Quarterly meeting of the Metadata Sub Committee. For BIC members only.
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,...
The push for a more sustainable industry is gaining momentum. With calls for a Net Zero future across the industry and the wider visibility of climate change across the world, waiting to see what happens is no longer an option. What do publishers need to do now to change processes, operations – and behaviour –...
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...
Quarterly BIC Digital committee meeting for members only
Applications due for the Technology Excellence in Libraries Award (TEiLA) quarterly review.
Quarterly meeting of BIC's Supply Chain Excellence Award Accreditation Panel - available to BIC members only.
Available to those who have completed the ONIX Essentials course in 2021 / 2022.BIC ONIX for Digital Products (New for 2023)#bictrainingPurpose of the Course This is a short 3-hour session focusing on ONIX for digital products.Who should attendThis course has been designed for those who have completed the two-session BIC ONIX Essentials course in 2021-2022 who...
A half day training session with EDI experts from Bibliographic Data Services, and Peters LtdBIC's EDI for Libraries Half-Day Training Course Purpose of the CourseLibraries rely on Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to enable efficient electronic communication, such as exchanging quotes, orders and invoices with stock suppliers. Although this is a mature technology, it is important for libraries...