News Summary

The Canadian publishing industry is actively addressing significant challenges in managing and communicating metadata, which is crucial for improving book discoverability and sales. BookNet Canada highlights the importance of adhering to standards such as ISBN, BISAC, Thema, and ONIX to ensure uniformity across the book supply chain. Publishers are urged to take control of their data, utilize updated data points, and establish sustainable plans for metadata management. Additionally, BookNet Canada provides resources and support to assist publishers in effectively handling metadata issues.