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OCLC WorldShare Management Services
Cloud-based library management built on WorldCat
As of 30 August 2026, OCLC WorldShare Management Services's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. OCLC WorldShare Management Services (WMS) is a cloud-based library management system built on the WorldCat database. Softwr lists it under Libraries. OCLC WorldShare Management Services is made by OCLC, launched in 1967, available on Web, iOS, Android, API.
Overview
What OCLC WorldShare Management Services does
OCLC WorldShare Management Services (WMS) is a cloud-based library management system built on the WorldCat database. It provides integrated workflows for acquisitions, circulation, license management, and metadata management. WMS leverages the collective data of thousands of libraries for efficient cataloging and resource sharing.
What people use it for
- Libraries relying on the shared WorldCat catalog for cataloging and resource sharing
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- No published pricing; custom quote model based on institutional needs
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Pricing
What OCLC WorldShare Management Services costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
WMS Standard
On request
- WorldCat cataloging
- Circulation management
- Acquisitions
- Basic analytics
- WorldCat Discovery
WMS Premium
On request
- Everything in Standard
- License Manager
- Advanced analytics
- Resource sharing
- EZproxy integration
- Priority support
Capabilities
Features
WorldCat cataloging
Circulation management
Acquisitions and invoicing
License management
Analytics and reporting
Interlibrary loan
WorldCat Discovery
Mobile circulation
Request management
WorldCat
Integration with WorldCat
EZproxy
Integration with EZproxy
OCLC Interlibrary Loan
Integration with OCLC Interlibrary Loan
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Questions people ask
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What is the pricing for OCLC WorldShare Management Services?
OCLC does not publish pricing information for WorldShare Management Services. Pricing is customized based on institutional requirements. Institutions should request personalized guidance from OCLC experts.
SourceHow do I get a quote for WorldShare?
Contact OCLC through their website contact form or request personalized guidance from expert consultants to discuss your library's specific needs and receive a customized proposal.
SourceBehind it
Who makes OCLC WorldShare Management Services
- Company
- OCLC
- Based in
- Dublin, OH
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