A "random item" link in every information system would serve a number of purposes. First and most simplistically, it would bring our systems just a bit closer to the user experience of one of the most popular websites ever. Libraries have invested millions of dollars over the last decade to make their systems more like Google, so why not introduce a minor tweak to make them more like Wikipedia? A random item link provides a unique and surprising- and therefore fun-entry point into an information system. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.