Key Milestones in 2024
We launched Liberty Digital, a significant upgrade to our Liberty platform, recognizing libraries’ shift toward digital collections. Liberty Digital delivers features that optimize digital resource management, including AI-powered cataloguing assistance, automated image metadata generation, and tools for user-submitted documents. Its SharePoint integration further enhances collaboration and document management. We continue to prioritize Liberty Digital’s development to meet customer feedback and the growing demand for digitally focused tools.
In September, we completed the acquisition of Aurora Information Technology (AIT), broadening our suite of products and market reach. AIT’s offerings, including Aurora Astria and Aurora Montage, now complement our Liberty and illumin solutions, allowing us to serve public libraries and expand our customer base.
Softlink IC Around the World
We were back on the road in 2024, hosting and attending various events and conferences:
- We held User Group Meetings in London, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Wellington, enabling Liberty and illumin users to exchange ideas and explore the latest product updates.
- We brought our latest developments to Roadshows in Melbourne and Wellington.
- In London, we attended the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) Supplier Showcase. This one-day event allowed attendees to meet with leading suppliers of library management solutions in a non-sales environment.
- Our Romanian partners kicked off the 34th National Conference of the Romanian Librarians’ Association with a Softlink Open Day in Sibiu, Romania. The event highlighted Liberty Digital’s AI-powered features and included workshops, presentations, and live demonstrations.
- During the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) 2024 Conference, we joined a flashmob at Reddacliff Place. Attendees, including our very own Alex the Alpaca, participated in book swaps, donations to Queensland charities, and celebrations of storytelling.
We also participated in major conferences, including RLUK24, BIALL, CALL, ALLA 2024 and SWITCH24.