Please note: The processes described below refer to the provision of a institution-specific B!SON version by TIB. There is also the option for institutions to implement their own B!SON version via a TYPO3 extension. The extension code is available for this purpose. In addition to the technical requirements, both solutions differ in details of the institution-specific additional information. Please contact us if you would like more information.

B!SON can be customised with institution-specific information and thus supplement information services on publishing and open access for researchers.

In such an institution-specific B!SON version, information on local funding conditions can be displayed for the journals identified by the recommendation algorithm. These are immediately recognisable through coloured badges. More information on the logic of the coloured badges can be found here.

In addition, contact information and further links can be provided. Here you will find information on all customisation options.

How does the setup process work?

1. Interested? Send us a short e-mail to bisontibeu!
2. We provide a preliminary B!SON version for your institution for coordination and testing purposes.
3. You send us a list of the OA journals covered by contracts at your institution (central cost coverage, discount). We will provide you with a template for this list.
4. We deposit the journals in your B!SON version according to this list.
5. You check all adjustments specific to your institution (editorial information, labeling of the journals) and let us know if you would like to make any changes.
6. We implement the changes and get back to you when the B!SON version is fully set up.
7. You integrate the B!SON version on your website, e.g.:
   1. via a link with the B!SON logo
   2. via iFrame
   3. via a simple link with explanatory text
8. We agree the mode of permanent maintenance:
   1. maintenance of the facility-specific data in the B!SON backend by you (service level 1)
   2. maintenance of the facility-specific data in the B!SON backend by the B!SON team after you have provided information (service level 2)
9. We will conclude a cooperation agreement with you for three years to operate your B!SON version.

Will my organization incur costs to set up its own B!SON version?

The provision and operation of B!SON versions configured for specific institutions incurs costs, which the TIB will bill to the institutions on a pro rata basis from 2025. The amount of the costs is staggered according to the size of the institution and the service level. Further information follows.

Which institutions are already integrating B!SON?

• Here you will find a list of B!SON versions adapted for different facilities.