October 2014 - SWANcom - swanlibraries.net

SWAN Self-Check Software Group Purchase
by Steven Schlewitt 14 Oct '14

14 Oct '14

SWAN Library Administrators and Information Technology Staff: Just a quick reminder - SWAN is currently coordinating a group purchase with EnvisionWare for the One-Stop 2.0 self-checkout software. This software can be used to replace an existing Innovative Express Lane installation prior to our SirsiDynix migration, OR, if your library does not currently have any self-check software or if you're thinking about upgrading from your current configuration, this is a terrific opportunity to join in on the significantly discounted pricing. We already have a handful of libraries participating, but as more libraries join in, we will see even greater discounts for the entire group. Please contact me directly if you would like additional information about the group purchase or if you're interested in participating. We're looking to collect responses from interested libraries by early November so that we can roll out the software as soon as possible. Thank you, Steven Schlewitt SWAN IT Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5130 Fax: 630.734.5056 steven.schlewitt(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:steven.schlewitt@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Circ Advisory Committee Election update
by Kate Boyle 14 Oct '14

14 Oct '14

Everyone - Just a reminder that the election for the SWAN Circ Advisory Committee members ends this Friday at noon. At present, 43 libraries have submitted a ballot. The ballot can be found online at http://fs8.formsite.com/SWANServices/form167/index.html. We are voting for four At-Large members of the Committee and one Academic/Special representative. Remember, we ask that the ballot be cast by the Circulation Manager/ Supervisors at your library. Thank you for your participation. Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Media On Demand: New titles and items loaded
by Karen Bar 13 Oct '14

13 Oct '14

A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. Subject: Media On Demand 20141013 140 print titles 27 audio titles 167 titles total Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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No COW Meeting for October
by Aaron Skog 13 Oct '14

13 Oct '14

Member Libraries: Just a quick reminder. Normally the SWAN Committee of the Whole meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month, but for October we did not schedule one for 2014 due to conflict with ILA. BUT we will host one November 11th in RAILS Burr Ridge at 9:30am. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Non SWAN RB stats--Sept. 2014
by Edlyn LeFevour 10 Oct '14

10 Oct '14

Edlyn LeFevour SWAN Support Analyst 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5161 Fax: 630.734.5056 edlyn.lefevour(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:edlyn.lefevour@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Action Required - Online Resource List due October 17
by Rebecca Malinowski 09 Oct '14

09 Oct '14

To the member libraries: SWAN staff will begin configuring each library's Enterprise installations in October. Enterprise online catalog we'll be using with SirsiDynix Symphony starting in April. Due to the customization options in Enterprise, we will need to collect information from your library for various aspects of the configuration. First, we are requesting information on your library's online databases and streaming/downloadable media offerings. This information will assist us in setting up EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS) and eResource Central (eRc). EDS will allow allows users to search database holdings directly in Enterprise, and eRc will integrate ebooks and other downloadable media. Please complete the attached Excel workbook (LibraryResourceList.xlsx) by October 17th. This document should be completed by the person responsible for maintaining your library's online resources. We have prepared a guide to completing the workbook (ResourceListInstructions.pdf), and are happy to answer any additional questions you have. Please contact us at MigrationHelp(a)swanlibraries.net<mailto:MigrationHelp@swanlibraries.net> with your questions. When you have completed the attached workbook, please upload it directly to the SWAN website. You will need to be logged in to access the page. https://support.swanlibraries.net/node/add/database-info Thank you. Rebecca Malinowski SWAN Special Projects Coordinator 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5157 Fax: 630.734.5056 rebecca.malinowski(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:rebecca.malinowski@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Media On Demand: New titles and items loaded
by Karen Bar 09 Oct '14

09 Oct '14

A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. Subject: Media On Demand 20141009 84 print titles 19 audio titles 4 video titles 107 titles total Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Circ Advisory election update
by Kate Boyle 07 Oct '14

07 Oct '14

Everyone - Yesterday an announcement for the Election of SWAN Circ Advisory Committee members was sent out on SWANcom. Inadvertently, the SWANcom stated that Library Administrators should cast the ballot for this election. That statement was in error. As always, the Circulation Manager/Supervisor is the person we ask to cast the ballot for each library. The reason being that Circulation Managers are familiar with the various candidates and have worked with these individuals for years in most cases. For any Library Director that took the time yesterday to vote for the Committee we appreciate your time in participating in the process. If you have a Circulation Supervisor/ Manager, please ask them to cast a ballot. Once again sorry for the mistake. The poll can now be found online at http://fs8.formsite.com/SWANServices/form167/index.html. The deadline for casting your vote is Friday, October 17th at noon. Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Circulation Advisory Committee Election Begins Today!
by Brande Redfield 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

SWAN Members: Voting for the SWAN Circulation Advisory Committee opens today at noon, for the four At-Large positions and one Academic/Special position. The election will run October 6th through Friday, October 17th. The poll can now be found online at http://fs8.formsite.com/SWANServices/form167/index.html. Please note that only library administrators are allowed to vote, and each library may vote only once. The deadline for casting your vote is Friday, October 17th at noon. Thank you, Brande Redfield SWAN Office Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.redfield(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.redfield@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Report server stats
by Edlyn LeFevour 03 Oct '14

03 Oct '14

The report server stats were all run, but on the report server, not the production machine. Some of you may have been lucky enough to get your reports yesterday, but today they are not there. I will run them all again on Monday on the correct server and they will be ready for pickup on Tuesday. I apologize for my error and any inconvenience to our member libraries. Edlyn LeFevour SWAN Support Analyst 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5161 Fax: 630.734.5056 edlyn.lefevour(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:edlyn.lefevour@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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