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Migration Memo #3: SirsiDynix Mentor now Available
by Kate Boyle 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

SWAN Library Staff: The attached memo outlines the SirsiDynix Mentor self-paced training program for use of SWAN library staff over the course of our migration to Symphony and in the future. The Migration Memo #3 includes information on the creation and management of user accounts, logging into Mentor, and required courses based upon the staff person's role in the library. I will be presenting this information at the Committee of the Whole meeting at the Burr Ridge office tomorrow, Tuesday November 11 at 9:30am. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have. 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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My Media Mall: New titles and items loaded
by Karen Bar 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. Subject: My Media Mall 20141110 178 print titles 75 audio titles 253 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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Migration Memo #2: Outline of Training Plan
by Aaron Skog 03 Nov '14

03 Nov '14

SWAN Library Staff: The attached memo outlines the SWAN approach to training during our migration from Millennium to the new Symphony ILS. All library directors and managers should review this memo and begin discussions within your library about the content within. The Migration Memo #2 includes recommendations and steps to prepare for the training. I will discuss this more in depth at the Committee of the Whole meeting next week, Tuesday November 11 at 9:30am. That agenda was posted online today and sent out via SWANcom. Regards, Aaron 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 Committee of the Whole Meeting: Agenda for 11/11/14
by Brande Redfield 03 Nov '14

03 Nov '14

SWAN Member Libraries: The next 2014 SWAN Committee of the Whole meeting agenda for Tuesday, November 11th at Burr Ridge can be found online here: https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2014-11-11/ag… At this meeting we will provide an update on migration, an overview of SirsiDynix Mentor, and cover PR and marketing for migration info. We hope to see you on the 11th at Burr Ridge! 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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Media On Demand: New titles and items loaded
by Karen Bar 31 Oct '14

31 Oct '14

A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. Subject: Media On Demand 20141031 95 print titles 47 audio titles 142 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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eMedia Library: New titles and items loaded
by Karen Bar 30 Oct '14

30 Oct '14

A new batch of titles and items has been loaded. Search subject: eMedia Library 20141030 29 print titles 9 audio titles 38 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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[swancom] Notices not sent on Monday
by Renee Clanton 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Please route to appropriate staff. Notices were not sent on Monday due to the SWAN in-service day. These notices will be sent out on Tuesday 10/28. We apologize for this inconvenience. Renee Clanton SWAN Member Services Consultant 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5169 Fax: 630.734.5056 renee.clanton(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:renee.clanton@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SERIALS/TECHNICAL SERVICES STAFF: List of Serial Titles Requiring a New Record Each Year: 2015
by Karen Bar 24 Oct '14

24 Oct '14

Attached is a list of serial titles requiring a new title each year, and the record numbers for the 2015 issues. These titles are suppressed from the public until November, but are visible from staff functions. Please let me know if you have any questions. 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 Memo on Maintenance Invoices for FY16
by Aaron Skog 23 Oct '14

23 Oct '14

To Library Directors/Administrators: I have some good news for all SWAN libraries about the additional maintenance invoices. Starting in FY16 these invoices will no longer be sent to SWAN libraries, saving you money. Please read the attached memo for amount details you can use for budgeting. Quick background: the maintenance invoices were Innovative Interface costs libraries were billed for separately outside of the annual SWAN Membership Fees. With the new arrangement with SirsiDynix starting next fiscal year (SWAN is on the July 1 - June 30 fiscal calendar). If you have questions about the memo, please feel free to contact me. Regards, Aaron 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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AMS Phone Service Restored
by Sarah Cottonaro 22 Oct '14

22 Oct '14

?The phone service at the Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District has been restored. Sarah Cottonaro Director Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District 11960 S. Pulaski Alsip, IL 60803 708-371-5666 x 106

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