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How do member libraries set holdings?

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Applies to
  • Z39.50 Cataloging

Answer

OCLC Z39.50 Cataloging users have the following options for returning holdings:

  1. Set holdings directly online via Z39.50

    • Requires the library’s local Z39.50 client to implement the OCLC Extended Services Definition of Version 3 (Z39.50-1995).
    • Libraries should consult with their local system vendor and/or system administrator regarding the functionality and configuration of individual Z39.50 clients.
    • Z39.50 clients can be programmed to return holdings information by returning the OCLC control number to the OCLC server, attaching the library's institutional symbol to the WorldCat record.
    • OCLC will archive a copy of the WorldCat record for the library issuing the holdings request.

  2. Return holdings information via batchload or EDX (FTP)

    • Libraries must export OCLC-derived Z39.50 records from their local systems and deliver these to OCLC via tape or FTP.
    • OCLC Z39.50 records will be identified by the presence of the “Z0” identifier in the MARC 994 field, which must be retained when returning holdings information to OCLC.
    • Each record will be matched using the OCLC record control number during unique key matching.
    • Libraries that do not currently batchload or deliver holdings information to OCLC via EDX must submit a Batchload Holdings Form through their OCLC regional service provider, along with a sample tape or EDX file for evaluation purposes.
    • There is an additional fee for the establishment of all new OCLC batchload profiles.
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