An approval plan allows a vendor to send materials that meet specific criteria without the need to place individual orders for each item.
It is important to alert the acquisitions unit that works with your collection that you are considering such an arrangement. They will be involved in setting up automatic record loads and automated invoicing in Alma and can offer you other guidance based on existing plans.
You can start the process of setting up an approval plan by setting up a consultation with ITS and a vendor representative to discuss parameters of the plan, such as subject area, publisher or geographic restrictions.
