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
Just a quick note to let everyone know that Chicago Ridge Library is back open as of 9 AM this morning, Thursday 9/25.
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
A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. You no longer have to add item records manually. Enjoy!
Search subject: eMedia Library 20140924
18 print titles
8 audio titles
26 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
A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. You no longer have to add item records manually. Enjoy!
Subject: My Media Mall 20140924
112 print titles
44 audio titles
156 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
Hello all,
The CPL website is under construction. Libraries are unable to verify CPL patrons via the website, so please call 312-747-4062 to verify CPL patrons. I am hoping to hear from CPL soon regarding how long the website will be unavailable. I will inform SWAN libraries as soon as I know. Thanks for your patience.
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
A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. You no longer have to add item records manually. Enjoy!
Search subject: eRead Illinois 20140922
700 print titles
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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Everyone -
Yes, it is that time of year again. With the arrival of Fall it is now time for the election of the SWAN Circulation Advisory Committee. The Committee is composed of 11 representatives from the SWAN libraries serving two year terms. This year we have 5 seats open for the election, 4 at-large representatives and one representative for the Special/Academic members.
If you are interested in all things pertaining to Circulation, this is the Committee for you! As we migrate to a new vendor this year there is a lot to be discussed. Please consider joining us.
For more information about the process and to submit your self-nomination, please complete our short survey form at http://fs8.formsite.com/SWANServices/form165/index.html
The self-nomination survey opens today and closes on Wednesday, Oct. 1st 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
A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. You no longer have to add item records manually. Enjoy!
Subject: Media On Demand 20140919
128 print titles
20 audio titles
3 video titles
151 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
Hi everyone,
Happy Friday!
SWAN now has an enhanced process for loading the records we receive from OverDrive and Baker and Taylor. We are now able to load item records for each subscribing library as we load the bibliographic records. Individual libraries will no longer have to add item records after titles are loaded.
Over the next week, we will begin loading these enhanced batches of records from eRead Illinois, Media On Demand, eMedia Library and My Media Mall. We have included holdings for all libraries on current subscription lists supplied by OverDrive and eRead Illinois. If there are discrepancies, please contact me and I will update the information.
When the first batches are loaded, please do a spot check of the holdings for your library to ensure that the item information is correct.
Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you.
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
Everyone -
Just a reminder that there is still room for a few more participants in the Change Management workshops being presented by Kathryn Deiss on Thursday, Oct. 9th !
The morning presentation has been developed for Administrators and Directors. The afternoon presentation is geared towards Managers and Supervisors. These workshops are free! Don't miss this opportunity, to register just click on the appropriate workshop title below. You will need to login to L2 after clicking the link to view the workshop details and register.
Change Management for SWAN Administrators/Directors<http://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=17747>
Sponsor(s): RAILS* and SWAN
Thursday, October 9, 2014 (9:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
Where: RAILS Burr Ridge Main Meeting Room / Videoconference Room<http://www.librarylearning.info/events/location.aspx?locationID=1134>
Change Management for SWAN Supervisors/Managers<http://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=17748>
Sponsor(s): RAILS* and SWAN
Thursday, October 9, 2014 (1:30 PM - 4:00 PM)
Where: RAILS Burr Ridge Main Meeting Room / Videoconference Room<http://www.librarylearning.info/events/location.aspx?locationID=1134>
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
