BISG Policy 11-01, written in 2011 and last updated in 2013, has been revised to articulate how files with different accessibility profiles should be identified. Continue Reading
BISG maintains a suite of curated resource pages designed to provide practical, industry-informed guidance for book publishing professionals Continue Reading
BISG and BookNet Canada have released a new white paper on AI in the book industry, offering data-driven insights into adoption, use cases, and key concerns. Continue Reading
In a milestone year for the Book Industry Study Group, we’re doing things a little differently. This year marks 50 years of bringing the publishing industry together to solve shared challenges. But before we celebrate, it’s time to connect, reflect, and help shape what comes next. On... Continue Reading
The Book Industry Study Group (BISG) Accessibility Working Group is inviting organizations across the publishing supply chain to participate in a new industry survey focused on accessibility readiness and compliance challenges. Continue Reading
Books are no longer part of the reporting requirements under EUDR. What lessons have we learned from the past three years, and how might things change going forward? Continue Reading
BISG updates BISAC tiers to better align with membership, introducing new prices across all tiers. Continue Reading
Two publishing experts come together for an insightful look at how teams can stay aligned across company lines. With clarity, communication, and empathy, they show that consistency isn’t about control—it’s about collaboration that drives quality and creativity. Continue Reading
Publishers must urgently transition from ONIX 2.1 to ONIX 3 by March 2026! ONIX 3 not only enables compliance with EU accessibility regulations but also offers richer metadata, better global market support, and stronger digital product capabilities. Continue Reading
ORCID and ISNI are identifier systems that uniquely distinguish individuals in research and creative fields. ORCID focuses on active researchers, while ISNI covers a broader range of creators and organizations. Together, they enhance accuracy and trust in global scholarly and cultural records. Continue Reading
This post highlights practical ways publishers can modernize metadata management—breaking down silos, using proper tools, documenting processes, and preparing for AI-driven discovery. Strong metadata practices improve efficiency, accessibility, and visibility across the supply chain. Continue Reading
Clear communication with indexers—through updated stylesheets, early notes on uniqueness, space limits, or format needs—saves time, money, and headaches. The better you share expectations, the stronger, cleaner, and more usable your final index will be. Continue Reading
