SFX

Over the next few weeks we will be introducing a new service called SFX.

SFX is an OpenURL linking resolver that allows users to link directly to the electronic full-text for a reference (the SFX target) plus other linking options. It is similar to the Links@OVID service that you will be familiar with but will be available from a lot more databases and not just confined to the OVID collection.

You will therefore notice the SFX target icon against references which will open up a new window and display information on where to access the full-text of the reference.

This initial implementation of SFX will only provide the user with details on linking through to our subscription resources, however the way that SFX is set-up means that there will always be an SFX target even when we do not have full-text, so in some cases you will not be directed to full-text. However as this service develops we will be offering the user the option to request the article via a document delivery service if it is not available in full-text. The intention therefore is not to fully promote the service until other features are in place but as you will begin to see the SFX icons appearing when you are searching the databases it is important that you are aware of this new development.

If you would like more information about the SFX service, please contact derek.boyle@nes.scot.nhs.uk

If you would like to read up a bit more on SFX, you can do so at http://www.exlibrisgroup.com/category/SFXOverview