Innovative, from Clarivate, announces the availability of an Amazon Business Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) ordering integration within the Sierra Integrated Library System (ILS), enabling libraries to streamline acquisitions workflows and improve efficiency when purchasing through Amazon Business.
The new capability allows libraries using Sierra to integrate Amazon Business ordering data directly into their acquisition workflows. Through the integration, libraries can export Machine-Readable Cataloging (MARC) records containing embedded order data from Amazon Business and import those records directly into Sierra. The system then automatically generates corresponding order records, reducing the need for manual data entry. Libraries can also receive and ingest electronic invoice files transmitted from Amazon Business, further simplifying the invoicing process.
By connecting Amazon Business ordering with Sierra’s acquisitions functionality, libraries can reduce administrative overhead and improve the accuracy and speed of procurement workflows. The integration supports more efficient ordering and invoicing processes while helping acquisitions teams maintain consistent and organized records within their existing library management system.
“Libraries are continuously looking for ways to simplify acquisition workflows and reduce manual processes,” said Yoel Goldenberg, SVP &GM, Clarivate Software Solutions. “By enabling Amazon Business EDI ordering within Sierra, we’re helping libraries integrate a widely used purchasing platform directly into their established systems, allowing staff to manage orders and invoices more efficiently while maintaining full visibility within Sierra.”
The integration also supports libraries that rely on Amazon Business as a smart business buying channel by providing a structured and automated workflow between ordering and library management systems.
“This collaboration with Clarivate represents exactly the kind of customer-first innovation we’re committed to delivering. Libraries told us EDI ordering was a top priority,” said Prasanna Somasundaram, Director of books experiences, Amazon Books, “and by working with Clarivate, we’re removing friction from acquisitions workflows so librarians can focus on what matters most – serving their communities.”
Support for Polaris is also planned for an upcoming release, extending similar automated ordering capabilities to Polaris libraries.
The Amazon Business EDI ordering integration is available for Sierra libraries. Implementation requires configuration within both Sierra and Amazon Business, and libraries can contact Customer Support to request the necessary setup.