Alma to FOLIO Migration: Key Updates and Next Steps

The transition from Alma to FOLIO continues to move forward, with critical milestones approaching. The team is currently focused on data processing, verification and finalization of our 2nd bib/holdings/item loads, and preparing for indexing this data into Locate, EDS and Open RS environments. While this process has required a temporary freeze on FOLIO activity, future updates are expected to involve significantly less downtime.

Institutions are also being asked to review various data for cleanup purposes within Alma, including the areas of course reserves, patrons, and acquisitions.   Discussions are underway regarding when to suspend GIL Express requesting and how to communicate this information to stakeholders.

To support a smooth transition, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) remains a priority. Training materials and testing procedures have been shared for reference. UAT workflow meetings have been ongoing, and additional training sessions are being planned.

Meanwhile, integration efforts continue for e-resources, including custom catalog creation for Ebook Central titles and the incorporation of FOLIO license terms into discovery tools.

With a deadline of May 1 for GUGM registration, institutions are encouraged to sign up, as this year’s agenda will focus heavily on the FOLIO transition. Stay tuned for further updates as we move closer to the official go-live for FOLIO!