Every library wants its mobile app to feel just right – intuitive, engaging, and tailored to its community. Until now, making updates often meant changing your app live in production, without being able to test it first.
That’s about to change.
Introducing the Vega Mobile sandbox environment
The new sandbox environment gives your library a dedicated space to experiment, refine, and build, without impacting your live app.
Think of it as your behind-the-scenes workspace to:
- Try out new ideas
- Test layouts and dynamic tabs
- Refine content and engagement features
- Preview changes before your patrons see them
- Train your staff
No pressure. No surprises. Just the freedom to explore.
With the sandbox, your team can experiment without affecting the patron experience, collaborate internally before publishing, and roll out more polished updates. It removes the stress of “publishing blind” and makes it easier to ask, “What if we tried this?” and actually test it.
How it fits into your workflow
Your live app stays exactly as your patrons expect, while a separate testing environment lets you work in parallel. Changes made in the sandbox remain isolated until you’re ready, giving you the flexibility to build and review at your own pace. Once finalized, you can confidently replicate those updates in your live app.
Getting started
- Your sandbox becomes available once your app is live
- Your Site Admin will have automatic access
- Additional staff can be added as needed
- Included at no additional cost
For consortia libraries
For teams working across multiple libraries, the sandbox can serve as a shared creative and training space. Coordinating usage, such as scheduling testing times or tracking changes, helps ensure everyone benefits from it.
A smarter way to build your app
At its core, the sandbox environment gives libraries greater control and confidence. It’s your space to experiment, improve, and innovate – so that when updates go live, they feel intentional, refined, and ready for your community.
Reach out to your Account Manager or Support Team for more information.