The Orbis Cascade Alliance is a library consortium serving academic libraries in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.
The Alliance runs a shared library management system and discovery interface, works on collective purchasing, facilitates access to unique and local collections, and coordinates resource sharing for our members.
Learn more: About the Alliance
FY27-29 Strategic Plan
The Orbis Cascade Alliance has launched its new strategic plan, following a collaborative process that began in April 2025.
Alliance Council members and member library employees are invited to propose initiatives in support of the strategic priorities through the initiative suggestion webform.
Generative AI Training Course
This free self-paced course written by Alliance member staff covers the basics, challenges, ethics, assessment, and tips for effective use of generative AI tools.