Talking-Points-Ideas

=Hey Guys! Michal and I spoke a little during our chat session today about adding our ideas about the talking memo here and then Michal offered to compile all of our ideas into the talking points memo. Add any references as well as the information that you find. Please add them by April 9th so that Michal has a couple of days to compile it. Thanks!=

Shannon's Ideas:

http://www.booksys.com/v3/products/
 * Atriuum can be installed in either centralized or decentralized arrangements.
 * = Atriuum is the ultimate centralized library automation solution for one library to multi-branch libraries or one school to school districts. =
 * 100% browser based giving the patrons better access to library materials and their accounts
 * Atriuum ATP provides all IT technical help for the library

http://people.wku.edu/barbara.fiehn/LibraryAutomationinK-12Part1.pdf
 * Has a built in cataloging system and add-on cataloging utility, eZcat, allows downloading of MARC records from z39.50 Web catalogs.
 * Patrons can choose either text or visual searching in the OPAC.
 * MARC records enriched with images, summaries, profiles, notes, contents, excerpts, reviews, and more are available dynamically through a partnership with Syndetic Solutions.
 * partnered with Bound to Stay Bound to provide a seamless link for collection analysis.

Beth's ideas
 * ======Worry-free updates administered by the software vendor======
 * ======Designed specifically for Linux or Windows 2003 Servers======
 * ======Accessible from workstations with supported Web browser======
 * ======Optional Application Service Provider (ASP)======

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Atriuum can allow a search to be limited to a particular library or libraries, or can be extended system wide.A unique feature of Atriuum is the ability to perform Atriuum ComPeer™ searches where other Atriuum-based libraries can be connected for search even if they are not part of a district’s network. The single server structure reduces technology maintenance needs, and remote management by Book Systems is an available option. All management and searching functions can be accessed using any Web browser. Patrons can choose either text or visual searching in the OPAC. MARC records enriched with images, summaries, profiles, notes, contents, excerpts, reviews, and more are available dynamically through a partnership with Syndetic Solutions.======

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I'm assuming, based on the above information, that you wanted our talking points ideas posted here, so here they be:

1. Atriuum is a web-based integrated system that is accessible from any supported web browser. 2. Include SURFit, which enables an LMS to find resources in the library as well as the web, streamlining access. 3. Includes KidZviZ which is specially deisgned for young searchers (i.e., PK - 3). 4. Offers a collection of supplemental programs that enhance the library experience and management such as seriels, acquisitions, accelerated reader, and eZcat. 5. An optional ASP that ensures worry-free management and is especially beneficial to those without onsite IT personnel.

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6. Provides affordable library software for any size library and is designed to fit the needs of librarians in an easy-to-learn and user-friendly format. 7. Reliable customer service and tech support.

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Julio: here are my thoughts.


 * · Atrium is used by over 219 libraries all over the world.
 * · It is user friendly and can be access from any computer in the school
 * · Includes different searches including classification (Dewey system), recent additions, general interests, award winners, materials by type.
 * · “Atriuum offers it all and is the ultimate centralized library automation solution for one library to multi-branch libraries or one school to school districts”. (Book Systems)
 * · Atriuum connects the library to the web through SURFit, which allows the patron to find not just the best resources in the library but also on the web.
 * It’s a web-based system that has free updates from the software vendors.

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