OpenAthens Compass

The premium single sign-on solution for modern, complex library environments.

With secure authentication, personalized setup, and expert support throughout the entire customer journey, Compass empowers librarians to work more efficiently.

Drive informed decision-making for your subscriptions and renewals with Compass’ rich analytics and reporting.

OpenAthens Compass reporting functionality screenshot

Features of OpenAthens Compass

  • A true Single sign-on solution
  • Built-in Privacy and security
  • A dedicated Account manager at your service
  • We take care of everything with premium Onboarding you focus on what matters
  • Download advanced resource data Reports for subscription and renewal decisions
  • MyAthens User-friendly starting point for research
  • Granular control of Permission sets for complex access requirements
  • Manage the release of Attributes for data protection and security

OpenAthens Compass

The benefits

OpenAthens Compass is a premium and fully supported single sign-on solution with personalized setup to meet the unique needs of any institution.

Designed for libraries from organizations operating in complex environments, Compass offers an amazing set of features and benefits as standard, including multi-admin and managed accounts, and sub-organization segregation.

Premium support

No more technical headaches – focus on what matters. Our team of experts provides personalized support at every step, from a tailored onboarding to ongoing customer service.

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Personalized

Compass is customizable to meet the unique needs of almost any library, regardless of size, user-base, and the complexity and quantity of resources. Integrate with other library systems, including VLEs, discovery services and link resolvers.

What systems do we integrate with?

Robust and reliable

Say goodbye to struggles with complex technical tasks. Our team of experts are available to help and guide you –
Monday to Friday, 20 hours a day.

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Save money

Make smart, data-driven decisions by tracking actual user resource usage, Our reporting module helps you monitor cost-per-user and cost-per-use, saving you money.

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Designed for complex organizations, built for librarians

Reporting dashboard

Our reports area provides insight into provider usage, number of authentications, active accounts, location of successful session logins and much more!

Account management

Create, edit and activate accounts. Assign users to permission sets. Integrate with your organization's active directory.

Permission sets

Create permission sets to control resource access based on departments, faculty, libraries or whatever your organization needs.

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