In the RA21 era, there is no need to sacrifice features for convenience. This session will dig into the tech behind authentication methods for digital resources. Grasp the history, current state and other initiatives that are occurring in this space. Jeff Arsenault, authentication expert at EBSCO Information Services, will share insights from working with library administrators from around the globe. Shoko Tokoro, Electronic & Continuing Resources Librarian of the UNC Charlotte & Angela Dresselhaus, Head of Electronic Resources of ECU will explain why their institutions selected OpenAthens for their access solution.