Documentation Research & Training Centre (DRTC) Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile, Mysore Road, RVCE Post Bangalore, 560 059 Colloquium-2 (2019-2021) Title- Discovery Services Abstract In the era of information, there is a rapid growth of several published documents and most are available in electronic form. Along with these, users want the relevant retrieval of documents in a single interface.In this context, discovery service has evolved as a savior to libraries and helping the libraries in pulling back its users by providing an alternative means for discovering content across a wide range of information. A discovery service is a single search platform that facilitates the central indexing of various databases and websites. In this colloquium, we will discuss the various types of discovery services, relevant technologies, and standards. We will also focus on gap analysis, the opportunities for future enhancement, and the best practices. Speakers and topic Introduction Susmita Bardhan Technology used in discovery service Rajeswari T.V Standards and Recommended Practices Vikas Kumar Categories of Discovery Service Nayema Nasrin. Discovery tools(case study) Dhanasri Shivani T G Shortcomings of discovery service Veeresh Prasad Sawadi Opportunities for future enhancement Shyamali Basu Conclusion Puranjani Das Coordinator: Dr. Biswanath Dutta Date: 05-02-2020 Time: 2 p.m. Venue: DRTC Class Room (G-16), ISI Bangalore. All are cordially invited