open+ reimagines library access
Consistent and flexible open hours drive equitable access for people and more impact for communities.
open+ access is a comprehensive system that allows libraries to provide more flexible hours, making them more accessible to the community. Designed to complement staffed library hours, open+ can be implemented in a number of different ways to meet various library service models. From extending access to an entire library or only a section of it, providing full self-service resources or mainly a holds pick-up area, open+ allows libraries the flexibility to extend access in the way that best meets the needs of their community and space.
open+ access is a fully customizable solution already in use at over 850 libraries. Our experienced team is here to help walk you through the options and the configuration that works best for your unique library.
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Using open+, libraries of all sizes can extend open hours beyond staffed hours to provide Extended access to more members of the community.
Libraries are looking to get items back on the shelves faster, extending library service further, and getting closer with library users
Extended Access Subscribe Over the past several years, the role of libraries has shifted. Though circulation is still very important, thriving libraries are no longer
With open+ and selfCheck solutions, Ventura County Library now thrives, offering 60 hours weekly service and seeing a 78% jump in use. This innovative approach earned them two library innovation awards.
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Features + Benefits
Offer consistent open hours
Serve more people
Flexibility that meets your needs
Free staff to work on projects and programming
Full control from one central hub
