Managerial InnovationEmerging technologies

Quality of ebooks

The European Digital Reading Lab (EDRLab)
video

In this in-depth presentation, Louis Marle (Albin Michel) and Vincent Gros (Hachette) examine the complex landscape of digital publishing today, where legal requirements, social responsibility, and evolving reader expectations converge. Representing the French Publishers Association (SNE) Norms and Standards group, they highlight why ensuring high-quality eBooks now extends far beyond typography and formatting, demanding a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Redefining eBook Quality: Moving beyond visual design to encompass performance, interoperability, accessibility, and user experience.

  • Legal and Societal Drivers: How new regulations and cultural expectations shape digital publishing practices.

  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Integrating eco-design, data protection, and sustainable production into digital workflows.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinating diverse expertise within publishing houses to deliver reliable, compliant, and reader-friendly eBooks.

Speakers:
Louis Marle (Albin Michel) and Vincent Gros (Hachette), members of the Norms and Standards group of the French Publishers Association (SNE), where they work to define and promote best practices for eBook production, ensuring quality, accessibility, and sustainability across the industry.

This session provides a strategic perspective for publishers and digital teams seeking to deliver eBooks that meet legal, technical, and ethical standards while staying profitable and innovative.

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