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EBA: Elevating research and learning across your institution

Evidence-Based Acquisition (EBA) is a revolutionary model offered by Cambridge University Press that empowers academic institutions to make data-driven decisions about their eBooks collection. Under this model, institutions gain access to a vast online collection of 50,000+ eBooks.

During the EBA period, institutions can explore and utilise the entire collection, gathering valuable usage data. This data is then analysed to determine which titles are most frequently accessed and most valuable to the institution’s community. Based on this evidence, institutions can make informed decisions on which eBooks to purchase for permanent access, ensuring that their library collections are tailored to meet the specific needs and preferences of their users.

From access to acquisition:
How EBA works

The Cambridge EBA model provides institutions like yours with online access to a vast collection of eBooks at a low initial deposit fee. This allows you to analyse usage before deciding which titles to acquire permanently, making it the simplest and most cost-effective way to enhance your digital library.

Choose between 12-month or multi-year deals. We will support you in selecting the EBA option that best suits your institution, providing access to tens of thousands of titles from Cambridge and our publishing partners.

Choose your collection:

  • Full EBA
  • Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS)
  • Science, Technology and Medicine (STM)
  • Bespoke Collections

Our Plan

Customised EBA plan

We work with you to create a tailored EBA plan, backed by academic and marketing expertise.

Regular usage updates

Receive quarterly usage statistics to help inform your purchasing decisions.

Comprehensive metadata

Access title lists and cataloguer-enhanced MARC records, fully integrated with major discovery services.

Resource and collateral support

Utilise our online resources, including promotional materials and bespoke marketing support from our dedicated library marketing team.

Why EBA is essential for modern libraries

Empower your selection process

Play a pivotal role in choosing the resources that best meet your institution’s needs.

Extensive access

Gain immediate access to up to 50,000 eBooks.

Data-driven decisions

Utilise usage reports to guide your purchasing decisions based on reader preferences.

Newly published titles

Access the latest publications as part of your EBA deal.

Exclusive elements

Enjoy access to over 1500+ Cambridge Elements.

Cost-effective

Value for money.

Would you like to transform your institution with Evidence-Based Acquisition (EBA)?

Discover how EBA can revolutionize your academic resources and drive success.
Join us on this transformative journey today!

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