Sierra

Library Management Software by Innovative, from Clarivate

The Sierra ILS has your library covered.

From optimized workflows to seamless integrations, Sierra frees you up to do what matters.

One Unified Application

Sierra supports multiple workflows — Circulation, Cataloging, Acquisitions, eResource Management, and more — within one interface to easily manage all of your library’s day-to-day activities and special initiatives, saving time for attending to the human side of library work. Each staff member can have a customized Sierra experience, with workflow elements configured to appear or be hidden in the interface according to your needs. That may mean only Circulation elements
RESTful APIs

Sierra APIs offer access to data in your Sierra system to patron self-service functions and third-party solutions, including real-time status information. Access to Sierra APIs includes full documentation and a sandbox for testing. Whether it’s patron self-checkout, finance applications, or sharing data, Sierra is open and ready to connect. "Better than any other ILS I have used." Associate Director, Cultural Institution
Sierra on the Go

Sierra Web offers Sierra functions in a web interface that can be accessed on a laptop or tablet, from the stacks or a home workstation. The Mobile Worklists staff application lets Sierra staff access worklists, pick lists, inventory, basic circulation and more from a phone, tablet, or other mobile device. The Innovative Mobile patron application for iOS and Android gives patrons access to your library’s catalog, patron accounts, and even optional self-checkout and check-in fu