DPLAfest 2019

Among librarians, DRM is a topic often addressed with grit teeth. Global ebook distributor De Marque and public library consortium BIBLIOPRESTO ran into innovation problems with their PRETNUMERIQUE.CA e-lending service related to proprietary DRM. However, by changing their approach to digital rights management, developments were fast-tracked and new opportunities became possible, including a government-backed project to bring digital libraries to public schools. It is a massive undertaking that would not be possible for a public library consortium without flexible and low-cost digital rights management and a close partnership with a technology provider. We’ve learned to love DRM.