- Service Name
ISSN (International Standard Serial Number)
- Industry
Publishing, Library Science, Information Management, Bibliographic Services
- Main Value Proposition
The ISSN offers a reliable and standardized method for identifying and managing serial publications globally.
- Description
The ISSN is an international standardized code that identifies all serials, journals, magazines, and periodicals, regardless of their medium, whether print or electronic. It provides management services for the identification and description of serial publications.
- Key Features
International standardized code for serials; Management services for identification and description; Access to the ISSN Portal for subscriptions; Customised services including ISSN Premium
- Use Cases
The ISSN is most valuable for publishers, libraries, and researchers needing to identify and manage serial publications effectively.
- Competitive advantages
Over 2.5 million ISSNs assigned, ensuring extensive coverage; More than 70,000 new ISSNs assigned annually, reflecting ongoing relevance; Coordination by the ISSN International Centre, providing authoritative oversight
- Strengths
The ISSN provides a robust framework for the identification of serial publications, supported by a global network of national centres.
- Positioning
The ISSN positions itself as the authoritative global standard for serial publication identification.
- Audience
Target users include publishers, librarians, and researchers who require standardized identification for serial publications.
- CTA
Subscribe to the ISSN Portal
- Tags
ISSN
Serial Publications
Standardization
Bibliographic Data
- Tagline
Navigate the ocean of periodicals with the ISSN: subscribe to the ISSN Portal
- Tone of Voice
Authoritative, Informative, Professional
- Differentiation
The ISSN is unique in its global standardization and comprehensive management services for both print and electronic serials.
- Brand Positioning
The ISSN International Centre is recognized as a leader in bibliographic data services for serial publications.
- Founded
1975-01-01