What is a library services platform (LSP) and how is it different than an integrated library system (ILS)?

Library services platforms (LSP) and integrated library systems (ILS) are both systems that manage library records and resources. However, LSPs are newer and better suited to modern library work and managing digital collections. LSPs are cloud-hosted, meaning that they do not need to be hosted on external servers. This makes system updates quicker and reduces downtime, which improves user experience.