Insights + Trends
Explore innovations, evolving library workflows, and real stories from libraries worldwide improving the patron experience.

Cologne’s Kalk Library expanded access by 53% with open+ and RFID tech, turning a redesigned space into a modern third place for the community.

With open+ access, Hamilton’s Freelton branch grew from 17 to 60 open hours per week—boosting visits by 19% in just a few months.

The first library in North America to implement open+ access, Gwinnett County more than doubled its open hours—without expanding its budget.