Invitation to join the Web of Science community forum

Clarivate launched the Science Web Community Foruma new initiative designed to enable its customers to help guide the evolution of the Web of Science, foster knowledge sharing and improve networking. The Community Forum will bring together library professionals from academic and non-academic institutions, providing a platform for collaboration and community-focused product development.

The company says the community forum will serve as a platform where members can actively influence its product roadmap, connect with Web of Science product experts, learn from their peers, and collaborate on shared initiatives. Activities will take place primarily through online meetings, web forums and other virtual channels, with the possibility of hosting future on-site events to enhance collaboration.

Members of the Web of Science Community Forum will benefit from:

• Regular product updates: Receive the latest updates on product developments and provide feedback on vision and strategy in periodic meetings with the Web of Science product team.
• Influence the product roadmap: Vote on product improvements based on your institutional priorities and the needs of the research community.
• Knowledge sharing: Participate in peer learning and exchange best practices, experiences and strategies for using the Web of Science to achieve research objectives.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other information professionals and collaborate with Clarivate experts on industry initiatives, special projects and events.

Francesca Buckland, Clarivate vice president of product management, academia and government, said: “To provide solutions that institutions and users can trust, we are always looking for new ways to increase our collaboration with the research community and to establish more transparency in the development of our products.

“Community collaboration has been at the heart of key Web of Science developments, including the recent Web of Science research assistant launch. We decided to implement AI efficiently and responsibly. As a first step, we created the Development Partner program, a group of librarians and research beta testers who guide our development efforts. Community contribution continues to shape not only the web of science, but Academic AI initiatives at Clarivate.

“The new Community Forum expands this successful collaboration and allows a broader group of customers to play an active role in shaping the future of the Web of Science. »