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Announcing SWAN Spring Forward workshops for Circulation Support Staff

by Kate Boyle

SWAN Member Services is pleased to announce a new training opportunity for Circulation Support Staff. Topics being discussed include: User Registration, Holds, Notices, and Billing. There are seven training opportunities available for attendees to choose from including ---for the first time ever-- training in the evening (specifically 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM). In addition to the RAILS Meeting Room, classes will be offered at Frankfort PLD and Eisenhower PLD. Registration is now open<http://www.librarylearning.info/tags/?Spring+Forward>. And, of course, there is no charge for these workshops. Thank you to our Circ Mentors and to their libraries for the generosity of their time and talents. Our very knowledgeable Circulation Mentors from our member libraries have spent hours writing, organizing, and soon presenting these workshops for Circ Support Staff. Mentors I can't say it enough, Thank You! Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager Reaching Across Illinois Library System Burr Ridge Office Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://www.railslibraries.info

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SMS text messages test ok

by Kate Boyle

After extensive testing yesterday and today by SWAN Member Services, we are happy to report that all carriers are forwarding SMS text messages to their users. We have tested messages to: AT&T, Republic, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Virgin Mobile phones. All of these messages were delivered. If anyone is still encountering a problem, please let us know. 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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REMINDER: SWAN Board Self-Nomination Window Closes Friday 3/25

by Brande Overbey

Good morning Member Libraries: Just a reminder that this Friday, 3/25 at 5pm our self-nomination window ENDS for the 2016 SWAN Board election. If you'd like to be considered in the running for this year's 3 vacated seats, please submit your information and a short Statement of Interest here: https://support.swanlibraries.net/news/2016-03-07/swan-board-self-nomination Thank you, Brande Overbey SWAN Office Manager Reaching Across Illinois Library System Burr Ridge Office Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://www.railslibraries.info

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Text messaging

by Kate Boyle

Everyone - I regret to inform everyone but the "Throttling Fix" that was scheduled for last Thursday was not fully implemented by SirsiDynix. SirsiDynix has advised us that they will be implementing the "Throttling Fix" sometime this week. We will let everyone know as soon as we are advised the "Fix" is completed. In addition, SirsiDynix is still pursuing a new vendor to process text messages. The "Fix" is just a temporary measure to help alleviate the problem. Another twist was identified today by SWAN staff in testing - it appears that only Verizon customers are actually receiving text messages. We have tested sending Manual Messages via SMS text to several staff members and anyone with Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Virgin carriers did not receive their text message. This situation has been reported to SirsiDynix and a ticket opened in their support center. As we receive more information on this newly identified problem, we will let you know via SWANcom. Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager Reaching Across Illinois Library System Burr Ridge Office Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://www.railslibraries.info not ful

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SWAN Staff Announcement & Positions Posted

by Aaron Skog

SWAN Member Libraries: The news I have for you today is that SWAN's Bibliographic Services Manager Karen Bar is leaving SWAN for a new life in the Florida Keys. I think that we can all agree Karen has earned this relocation through her tireless efforts in leading us through the consortia software migration. SWAN will begin its search for our next manager starting today as we still have a few months before Karen finally relocates. We do not have a final date yet set for Karen as she has offered SWAN some flexibility so we can find a new replacement. In addition to this position opening at SWAN, I wanted to highlight another opening for a full-time cataloging position within SWAN. This is an entirely new position I wanted to make sure to note this for SWAN libraries. Both positions are listed below. SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager - SWAN Library Consortium https://www.railslibraries.info/jobs/111827 Bibliographic Services Consultant (Lead Cataloger) - SWAN Library Consortium https://www.railslibraries.info/jobs/110875 If you have any questions, please contact Brande Overbey at brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> or (630) 734-5164. 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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SWAN SD Cataloging Training May 4, 2016

by Karen Bar

SWAN staff will present a cataloging training workshop on May 4, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This workshop will be presented by SWAN Bibliographic Services Team and will cover the basics of SirsiDynix WorkFlows cataloging module and include creation of pre-cats. Who should attend this workshop? Any library staff new to their position or any newly hired employees that are involved in the creation of pre-cat records and item records. Any library staff who might feel that they would benefit from a refresher course for cataloging module in SD WorkFlows. Registration is via L2 http://www.librarylearning.info/admin/roster.aspx?eventID=22394 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 Member Services March update

by Kate Boyle

Everyone- Just a brief update on Circulation. Yesterday, Sirsi Dynix implemented a "Throttling Fix" to the processing of SMS text messaging. This should correct the problem of some text messages being dropped. Please continue to let us know if your patrons report any problems with not receiving their "hold pickup" notices in particular. As a reminder, Spanish and Polish notices were implemented on Feb. 1st. We have seen a definite increase in the number of notices being generated in both languages. Please, promote this with your patrons and if you need any other languages open a ticket. Earlier this week, SWAN tweaked the settings in Workflows holds processing in order to enable the Holds Pull List in MobileCirc. This should be transparent to everyone. If you see or experience anything different, please let us know by opening a ticket. The MobileCirc Faire yesterday was a huge success judging from the comments we have heard. The next MobileCirc Faire is March 23rd at 1:00 PM. There are still a few seats left. You can register at : http://www.librarylearning.info/admin/roster.aspx?eventID=22287 . Please feel free to register staff from multiple departments. You may come regardless of whether your library has purchased any hardware. The Powerpoint of the workshop should be available on the SWAN website this afternoon. The new version of the SWAN Circulation Policy was approved in November and is available on the SWAN website. All staff need to be aware of some new policies that were created with our migration to SirsiDynix. The policy can be viewed at https://support.swanlibraries.net/documentation/members-only/1754 . Lauren in SWAN Member Services has created a new Enterprise You Tube video for your patrons. The focus of this video is an overview of the patron "My Account" area of Enterprise. Lauren is working on more Enterprise tutorials for your patrons including how to perform a search, place a hold, and manage reading lists. The video can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRfe_5whL-w Remember, if you ever have a question or concern just send SWAN a ticket at help(a)swanlibraries.net<mailto:help@swanlibraries.net> Everyone enjoy the weekend. 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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Non SWAN RB stats Feb 2016

by Edlyn LeFevour

Here they are-with the attachment! 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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Days Closed

by Lauren Peltier

SWAN Libraries - According to our records, we still have a few libraries who need to submit their Days Closed form for 2016. When you fill out the online form, if you indicate you are NOT closed on all major holidays, please list the holidays you are closed in the additional dates. It is important you submit your form as soon as possible. If you do not remember if you completed your form, please inquire by submitting an OTRS Help Desk Ticket. Days Closed Form: https://support.swanlibraries.net/node/add/days-closed Days Closed Form Video Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTTmIetbvVE Lauren Peltier SWAN Member Services Support Analyst 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5155 Fax: 630.734.5056 lauren.peltier(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:lauren.peltier@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Board Election: Self-Nominations Now Open!

by Brande Overbey

SWAN Library Directors and Administrators: We are pleased to announce the start of the 2016 SWAN Board election process. SWAN will have three open at-large position on the Board starting July 1, 2016. The SWAN Board is comprised of seven library directors elected from our SWAN member libraries. Board member responsibilities include: * Acting on issues affecting the long-term future of SWAN * Monitoring SWAN's finances and the overall financial health of SWAN * Maintaining open lines of communication with the SWAN membership Since our open seats are all at-large now, any director can submit a statement of interest for this election. The goal is to have an open process and at the same time ensure that all SWAN membership is represented during elections. Any library director/administrator interested in running for the Board should fill out the form located at the link below: https://support.swanlibraries.net/news/2016-03-07/swan-board-self-nomination The Self-Nomination Form will be available until Friday, March 25th at 5pm CST. Our election process will run for three weeks, from Monday May 2nd through Friday May 20th. The elected board members will be announced at the June Quarterly Meeting. Please let me know if you have any questions! Brande Overbey SWAN Office Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.overbey(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.overbey@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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