Comparison of EBSCO Book Acquisition Platforms

This guide presents a comparison of key features among three EBSCO book acquisition platforms: GOBI, EBSCOhost Collection Manager (ECM), and Mosaic. It outlines the functionalities available for each platform, including the types of content that can be acquired, access methods for e-books, acquisition models, MARC record retrieval processes, and reporting capabilities. The chart indicates that GOBI and ECM offer a range of acquisition models such as Firm, Demand Driven Acquisition (DDA), and Evidence-Based Acquisitions (EBA), while Mosaic currently supports a Firm model. The guide also notes the differences in workflow complexity and the availability of customized MARC records. Additionally, it highlights that Mosaic is evolving, with features subject to change over time. Users are encouraged to contact their EBSCO or GOBI representatives for further inquiries regarding these platforms.