| When it comes to selecting an Integrated Library System (ILS), there are many factors to be considered with respect to both commercial and open source solutions. Customer support, third party integration, consortia concerns, underlying platform, and institutional stability are key parts of the equation. More than ever, libraries must consider the source of the software applications that keep all library resources accessible, manageable, and affordable, with the ILS at the center of its operations. |
| PANELISTS |
| Ross McLachlan, Deputy Director, Technical Services, Phoenix Public Library (AZ) – McLachlan will discuss the library’s recent integrated library system conversion, and how Phoenix Public Library reached their selection decision. Phoenix Public Library is using application programming interfaces (API) to foster a Web 2.0 friendly environment for both its staff and patrons. In this environment, PPL is able to take advantage of open source applications and discovery level search tools such as Endeca which can enhance the library’s service and content management.
Jim Duncan, Director, Networking and Resource Sharing, Colorado State Library – Duncan will discuss the process being used by the state of Colorado in its investigation of the feasibility of a state-wide integrated library system. Categories of concern include support issues and funding sources. Concerns of existing consortia must also be considered. Proprietary/licensed and open source solutions are being reviewed, as is the success of several hybrid systems currently in operation.
Scott Reinhart, Assistant Director, Carroll County Public Library (MD) – Carroll County Public Library is currently in the process of reviewing both proprietary and open source integrated library system solutions. Reinhart will report on the findings, present an overview of ILS options for libraries today, and how to identify the right technology partners for your library. |
| MODERATOR |
| Josh Hadro, Technology Editor, Library Journal |
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