The Library of Congress’ Bibliographic Framework (BIBFRAME) is a data model and set of standards for representing bibliographic information in the digital age. It was developed by the Library of Congress as a replacement for the aging MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) format, which has been widely used in libraries for many years.
BIBFRAME provides a more flexible and scalable way to represent bibliographic information, and enables the integration of linked data and the use of modern web technologies in library catalogs. It provides a more intuitive and user-friendly way of organizing and displaying bibliographic information, and allows for more efficient data exchange and resource sharing between libraries.
BIBFRAME is being adopted by libraries around the world and is seen as a key component of the future of library cataloging and data management. It is expected to play a major role in enabling more efficient and effective resource discovery, sharing, and collaboration between libraries and other cultural heritage institutions.
