Researcher Identifiers: Technical Interoperability Report
The need for a researcher identifier has been widely debated. This report discusses some of the technical aspects of implementing an identifier and profile system for researchers. This report is a companion piece to the report titled: 'Researcher Identifiers: Data sources report' which provides an overview of sources of data relevant to the task of creating profiles for academic researchers in the UK.
Report commissioned by JISC as part of the Digital Infrastructure Programme, on behalf of Higher Education Funding Council for England.

Researcher Identifiers: Data sources report
This report provides an overview of sources of data relevant to the task of creating profiles for academic researchers in the UK. A researcher profile offers many inherent benefits at both the individual, institutional and national level and this report highlights some of the salient systems in use. This report is a companion piece to the report titled: 'Researcher Identifiers: Technical Interoperability' which discusses some of the technical aspects of implementing an identifier and profile system for researchers.
Report commissioned by JISC as part of the Digital Infrastructure Programme, on behalf of Higher Education Funding Council for England.

Software Selection Methodology for Libraries
Choosing the right software for use in a library can be difficult when faced with the plethora of options and versions of library solutions available. This document highlights the benefits derived from a successful Software Selection Methodology (SSM), and breaks down the various criteria and steps for choosing software. The methodical, systematic approach outlined provides the tools to compare Open Source and commercial solutions and aims to support the reader in choosing the right solution for their library.
We created this Software Selection Methodology (SSM) as part of a project for Lyrasis, funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

A Technical Review of Open Access Repository Registries
This document provides a technical review of the capabilities, benefits and drawbacks of two leading Open Access Repository Registries (OARRs) – OpenDOAR and ROAR. Both systems are considered qualitatively and quantitatively with a view to identifying those facets which provide value for a repository registry service.
Report commissioned by JISC, on behalf of Higher Education Funding Council for England.