O Serviço Integrado das Bibliotecas da Universidade de Coimbra: um percurso

Abstract

The Integrated Library Service of the University of Coimbra (SIBUC) is a tecnhical structure that coordinates and supports all the libraries of the University of Coimbra, with the aim of creating synergies between libraries and promoting collaboration between them, fostering common efforts for optimization of existing resources and improving the quality of the services provided. This paper intends to explain what is the SIBUC role, the context in which it emerged and activities in which it currently operates, the functions it performs and the activities it promotes and plans for the future.