New 2026 releases and enhancements for Digital Commons modules are added here on a regular basis. To learn more about any of the features or updates on this page, please contact Consulting Services.

Digital Commons Institutional Repository

May 2026

Completed transition from classic dashboards to new modern dashboards. The updated dashboards are redesigned for quicker navigation and enhanced accessibility across devices. Guides: Digital Commons Dashboard and Author Dashboard: Real-Time Usage Statistics for Authors.

Improved HTTP caching headers to align with current security best practices.

Accessibility improvements to headings on Configuration pages. See the latest updates on our Digital Commons Accessibility Updates page.

April 2026

Accessibility updates to list structure, keyboard navigation, semantic roles, and form labeling across article pages and administrative tools. Read more on our Digital Commons Accessibility Updates page.

March 2026

Updated streaming media player for improved browser compatibility. See Streaming Video, Audio, and Other Media for more information about this feature.

Accessibility enhancements for multiple tools and workflows. Read more on our Digital Commons Accessibility Updates page.

February 2026

Accessibility improvements across several key pages. See Digital Commons Accessibility Updates.

January 2026

Accessibility updates to multiple headings and the My Account page. See Digital Commons Accessibility Updates.

Digital Commons Journals

May 2026

Refinements to Most Popular Articles on Modern Journal Design homepage. Next: improvements to Current Articles and Admin user experience.

March 2026

Enhancements to Featured Content section on Modern Journal Design homepage. Visit Customize Your Modern Journal Homepage for details.