David & Charles has successfully leveraged BiblioSuite, a comprehensive publishing management system, to centralize their metadata processes, optimize scheduling, and maximize sales. Transitioning to a single publishing management system has revolutionized their operations, providing a centralized source of truth and streamlining their workflows for optimal efficiency and maximum sales.
"BiblioSuite gives us a single point of truth, has worked brilliantly in our business and is now the go-to tool for running our publishing process internally.”
- James Woollam, Managing Director, David & Charles
Improved internal visibility and reduced email traffic
By consolidating rich metadata and assets including search inside, cover and spread images into a single platform, BiblioSuite provided unprecedented visibility and accessibility, reducing the need for internal email traffic asking questions and requesting information. Moreover, streamlining cross-department collaboration and empowering staff with real-time insights on personalized dashboards enhanced in-house efficiencies, enabling staff to focus on strategic initiatives and value-added tasks.
Smoothed workloads and boosted productivity
With scheduling tools integrated into Biblio, D&C gained the ability to meticulously track key milestones and deadlines throughout the development process. These tools not only help D&C identify bottlenecks but also enable them to spread workloads evenly, preventing overload and ensuring smooth progress. By strategically scheduling tasks and spreading out their new title program across months, they have eliminated the risk of overwhelming their resources and maintained a consistent pace of growth.
Optimized sales and strengthened business partnerships
BiblioSuite's robust metadata control capabilities enabled precise data distribution, safeguarding against premature release of data and images to the public while still facilitating advanced sharing with trade partners, including distributors and Edelweiss. This ensures content is launched at the optimal time, maximizing impact and relevance in the market, driving engagement and maximizing sales potential.
“We used to struggle with sending our metadata out too early and having problems such as jacket images getting out into the market before they were final. We have more control now.”
- James Woollam, Managing Director, David & Charles
Additionally, the ease of importing and exporting information into various sales materials, AI sheets, ONIX feeds, and reports has greatly streamlined the creation of enriched metadata and tailored marketing collateral for D&C's target audiences, saving time and minimizing errors.
"Getting it right leads directly to sales."
- James Woollam, Managing Director, David & Charles
David & Charles' success story underscores the transformative power of unified publishing management. By embracing BiblioSuite, they navigated the complexities of metadata management with ease, driving sales growth and strengthening industry partnerships. Overall, Biblio has empowered D&C to operate with precision and confidence, allowing them to focus on expanding their title list and achieving their growth objectives. As publishers continue to adapt to evolving market dynamics, a centralized and integrated publishing management system like BiblioSuite becomes increasingly important.
Contact Virtusales Publishing Solutions today to discover how BiblioSuite can empower your publishing house to maximize sales and streamline operations.
For advice on getting your metadata right, read the IPG's latest blog which summarizes the top ten takeaways from David & Charles' presentation at the IPG Autumn Conference 2023: Metadata, Workflows and Technology.