Key Takeaways
- Why Mosaic is simplifying and modernizing how libraries discover, acquire, and manage books
- How the Mosaic Monthly Innovation Spotlight and Open Forum kept libraries informed, engaged, and connected to ongoing platform updates
- What Season 2 delivered, including Alma and FOLIO integrations, discovery and accessibility enhancements, and expanded global availability
Mosaic by GOBI Library Solutions is redefining how libraries discover, acquire, and manage books through a rapidly evolving platform built in close collaboration with libraries and publishers.
To keep libraries connected as Mosaic evolved, the Mosaic Monthly Innovation Spotlight and Open Forum returned in fall 2025 for Season 2, delivering three live sessions that highlighted major integration milestones, discovery enhancements, and roadmap updates shaping the future of book acquisition.
September 18, 2025: Mosaic and Alma Integration
Season 2 opened with a major milestone for libraries using Alma. Guest speakers Jenifer Holman and Elicia Nevarez from Hope College demonstrated Mosaic’s direct API-based order integration with Alma, showing how orders placed in Mosaic flowed into Alma in real time.
The session illustrated how the integration simplified acquisitions, reduced manual data entry, and improved accuracy across systems. Additional highlights included API ordering, EDI e-invoicing, accessibility updates, and a preview of upcoming enhancements on the Mosaic roadmap. Watch the replay.
October 23, 2025: Discovery and Ordering Enhancements
The second session gave libraries a first look at Mosaic’s newest search and discovery enhancements. Highlights included title-level accessibility details, look-inside previews, and faster ordering options through GOBI, all designed to help selectors move from discovery to purchase more efficiently. Watch the replay.
November 20, 2025: Mosaic and FOLIO Integration
The final session of the season showcased one of Mosaic’s most anticipated advancements: its integration with FOLIO. Guest speaker Stephanie Kaceli from Cairn University walked through how orders placed in Mosaic flowed directly into FOLIO, highlighting improved transparency, accuracy, and time savings.
Attendees also received an exclusive preview of upcoming integration capabilities and new tools designed to simplify the path from selection to shelf. Watch the replay.
Why Attend the Mosaic Monthly Innovation Spotlight Series for Libraries?
- See the evolution in action.
Mosaic is advancing at a rapid pace, with updates that streamline workflows and expand discovery. - Stay connected to what is next.
Every session highlights new capabilities and previews upcoming developments. - Be part of the conversation.
The open forum provides space for feedback, questions, and ideas from libraries worldwide.
Global Expansion of Library Book Acquisition Solutions
Mosaic is steadily expanding to libraries around the world, now available in select regions across North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and the Caribbean. Each expansion brings more voices and perspectives into the conversation, strengthening Mosaic’s mission to serve as the future of book acquisition globally.
Whether Mosaic is already available in your region or coming soon, this ongoing webinar series is the best way to stay informed and ready for what is next.
What’s Next: Explore Season 3
We just announced Season 3 of the Mosaic Monthly Innovation Spotlight and Open Forum, with upcoming sessions focused on additional features, integrations, and real-world library use cases.
If you want to stay connected to Mosaic’s continued evolution, be sure to explore Season 3 and register for upcoming sessions. Register now.
Stay Informed About Mosaic Library Solutions and Upcoming Innovations
Season 2 of the Mosaic Monthly Innovation Spotlight and Open Forum is your opportunity to watch Mosaic grow, evolve, and set the course for the future of library book acquisition.
A great way to stay connected is through the new EBSCO Books Update monthly newsletter. Each issue delivers the latest updates and insights from across the EBSCO Books portfolio, including content related to all of our book platforms: EBSCOhost Collection Manager (ECM), GOBI Library Solutions, and Mosaic. You will find platform enhancements, new e-book collections, publisher highlights, workflow tips, special offers, and more.
