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December 2004
Granby Public Library in Granby, CT contracts for Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. Granby Public Library converted from Auto-Graphics’ Impact/VERSO™ local system to the Impact/VERSO™ ASP services which will provide the library with full IT support including daily backups, hardware maintenance, OS maintenance, VERSO™ software support and updates.
Bad Axe Public Library in Bad Axe, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from a EOSI DataTrek system. Bad Axe Public Library is part of the White Pine Library Cooperative.
Tecumseh District Library in Tecumseh, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from a Follett system. Tecumseh District Library is part of the Woodlands Library Cooperative.
Olds College in Alberta, Canada contracts for AGent™ Portal federated search software to provide single login access for students and staff to simultaneously search all of the College’s valuable online databases and other resources. Auto-Graphics will maintain the system through it’s ASP hosted service. Founded in 1913, Olds College is a small, agricultural community college with 1,200 students. As Canada’s premier institute of applied agriculture and land, Olds College takes pride in being a truly entrepreneurial college. Today, Olds College upholds the values and traditions that date back to the school’s beginning, including small class sizes, specialized hands-on training, and extension education.
November 2004
Ellis Memorial Library in Port Arkansas, TX goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from a Molli V6.2 system. The library exported bibliographic and patron record information which was then loaded to Impact/VERSO™.
LeRoy Community Library in LeRoy, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library had their bibliographic records extracted from a Union Catalog maintained by Brodart. Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. LeRoy Community Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League.
Evart Public Library in Evart, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from an EOSI DataTrek system. Evart Public Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League.
Morton Township Public Library in Mecosta, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library had their bibliographic records extracted from a Union Catalog maintained by Brodart, and also supplied an Excel file containing patron information for the initial load of their system. Morton Township Public Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League. Pathfinder Community Library in Birmingham, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library had their bibliographic records extracted from a Union Catalog maintained by Brodart, and also supplied an Excel file containing patron information for the initial load of their system. Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. Pathfinder Community Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League.
Red Bank Catholic High School, NJ contracts with Auto-Graphics, Inc. for “My Library Portal”, a local version of the AGent™ Portal’s single login and single search capabilities. Red Bank Catholic (RBC) has recently finished constructing its completely computerized media center. With My Library Portal, Purchased through Auto-Graphics’ My Library Portal Program, a local version of the state-provided JerseyClicks portal, RBC students will now be able to access and simultaneously search up to 10 individual library resources in addition to those provided through the by the state’s JerseyClicks portal. Established in 1879, RBC is a college preparatory school that strives to ensure students receive the best education possible. Approximately 1,110 students attend RBC with 91% entering college upon graduation. For more information about RBC, visit http://www.rbchs.pvt.k12.nj.us/
October 2004
McBain Community Library in McBain, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from an EOS Glas system. McBain Community Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League. Luther Area Public Library in Luther, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library had their bibliographic records extracted from a Union Catalog maintained by Brodart, and also supplied an Excel file containing patron information for the initial load of their system. Luther Area Public Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League.
Auto-Graphics Completes 3rd Annual User Group Conference, held at Kellogg West, California Polytechnic University, near company headquarters in Pomona, CA from September 21-25 2004. Auto-Graphics’ User Group is comprised of state level administrators from state consortia programs and academic institutions representing a variety of different libraries including state, academic, public, school, and consortia. This year’s Conference served as a discussion forum for portal, ILS, and other product related topics. During the Conference, customers demonstrated how Auto-Graphics' products are being implemented in their libraries. Key decision makers also provided invaluable input and suggestions for future product enhancements.
Godfrey Memorial Library, CT contracts with Auto-Graphics, Inc. for My Library Portal, a local version of the AGent™ portal’s single login and single search capabilities in order to convert its web site into a genealogy portal. Godfrey’s patrons will now be able to simultaneously search multiple individual library resources in addition to those provided through the state’s iCONN portal and can also access outside resources using the Z39.50 protocol. The Library has also purchased the AGent™ Authentication module in order to provide member patrons with off-site access to its resources, 24 hours, 7 days a week. Godfrey Memorial Library was founded by Fremont Rider in 1947 as a free public library of books, pamphlets, periodicals and other materials in the fields of American biography and genealogy. The Library’s list of titles include a number of genealogies and reference books and indexes, including the 226 volume American Genealogical-Biographical Index (AGBI), the largest genealogical reference set ever published.
Ontario College of Art & Design, Ontario Canada contracts for the AGent™ portal federated search software in order to provide single login and the ability for its students and faculty to simultaneously search multiple databases, greatly simplifying and improving online access. The Ontario College of Art & Design (OCAD) is Canada's largest university of art and design, with a specialization in creativity and innovation. Established in 1876 by the Ontario Society of Artists, the College was originally known as the Ontario School of Art, and was incorporated as the Ontario College of Art in 1912. The College was the first of its kind in Canada to be dedicated exclusively to the education of professional artists in fine and commercial art. In 1996, it was renamed the Ontario College of Art & Design. Today, OCAD is the third largest of the approximately 40 professional art and design universities in North America.
Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) in Washington, DC contracts with Auto-Graphics, Inc. for the AGent™ OPAC feature, as its current ILS vendor could not provide this capability. The DIA selected AGent for its ability to provide a state-of-the-art system to meet the needs of a moderately sized research facility and library. The DIA is a Department of Defense combat support agency and an important member of the United States Intelligence Community. With over 7,000 military and civilian employees worldwide, DIA is a major producer and manager of foreign military intelligence. The Agency provides military intelligence to warfighters, as well as defense policymakers and force planners in the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, in support of U.S. military planning and operations and weapon systems acquisition.
September 2004
Comstock Northeast Middle School in Kalamazoo, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The Comstock Northeast Middle School was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Comstock Northeast Middle School belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
August 2004
Cadillac Wexford Public Library in Caddillac, MI, goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from a EOS Glas system. Cadillac Wexford Public Library is part of the Mid-Michigan Library League.
Elsie Public Library in Elsie, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from a III system. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. The Elsie Public Library belongs to the Capital Library Cooperative.
Ovid Public Library in Ovid, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from a III system. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. The Ovid Public Library belongs to the Capital Library Cooperative.
June 2004
Dowagic District Library in Dowagic, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from Auto-Graphics’ legacy SLiMS library system. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. The Mary & Edwin Meader Fine Arts Library belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
May 2004
"Stars of Texas" Expands Membership Base
Comstock Green Meadow Elementary School in Kalamazoo, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The Comstock Green Meadow Elementary School was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Comstock Green Meadow School belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
New Jersey State Library Launches JerseyClicks Portal Powered by AGent™
April 2004
Comstock Gull Road Elementary School in Kalamazoo, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The Comstock Gull Road Elementary School was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Comstock North Elementary School belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
Tennessee State Library and Archives Renews Contract for AGent™
March 2004
Comstock North Elementary School in Kalamazoo, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The Comstock North Elementary School was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Comstock North Elementary School belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
Jonesville District Library in Jonesville, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The Jonesville District Library was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Jonesville District Library belongs to the Woodlands Library Cooperative.
The Mary & Edwin Meader Fine Arts Library at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts in Kalamazoo, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The library migrated from Auto-Graphics’ legacy SLiMS library system. Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. The Mary & Edwin Meader Fine Arts Library belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
Stair Public Library in Mornci, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. Stair Public Library was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Stair Public Library belongs to the Woodlands Library Cooperative.
Comstock East Elementary School in Kalamazoo, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. The Comstock East Elementary School was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Comstock East Elementary School belongs to the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium.
February 2004
L.E. Philips Memorial Public Library, WI contracts with Auto-Graphics, Inc. for the AGent™ Authentication, Portal, and Statistics modules to improve the quality of services offered to its patrons. With the AGent Portal module, L.E. Philip’s patrons can simplify their search process by accessing multiple databases simultaneously and view results through a single search interface. Using AGent’s Authentication module, patrons can access the library’s resources from within the library, or remotely from home or work. The AGent Statistics module will provide the library’s staff with tools to manage the library’s resource usage activity, important for when it’s time to renew subscription resources. L.E. Philips Memorial Public Library serves the community of Eau Claire, Wisconsin and is the largest public library in west central Wisconsin. L.E. Philips is a resource library for the Indianhead Federal Library System that provides libraries in 10 west-central Wisconsin counties with access to online subscription databases and other resources. It is also a charter member of the MORE consortium of libraries.
January 2004
Howe Memorial Library in Brecknridge, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. Prior to going live on Impact/VERSO™, Howe Memorial Library was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO™. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO™ ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Howe Memorial Library belongs to the Woodlands Library Cooperative.
Hastings Area Schools, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. Hastings Area Schools consists of 7 schools in a single union catalog. Hastings migrated from a Dynix system and the migration included their bibliographic databases, item records, patron file and current checkout status of each item. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO™ ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries.
Bellevue Township Library in Bellevue, MI, a member of the Michigan Auto-Graphics Consortia (MAC), goes live on Impact/VERSO™ ASP services. Prior to going live on Impact/VERSO™, Bellevue Township Library was not automated. The library's bibliographic records were extracted from the MAC Union Catalog and Auto-Graphics generated smart barcodes for the library's collection. The barcodes were embedded in the library's database prior to the load to Impact/VERSO™. MAC is comprised of the Southwest Michigan Library Consortium, Capital Library Cooperative, Woodlands Library Cooperative, and Northland Library Cooperative. During the first Phase, 15 libraries from three of the cooperatives will implement Impact/VERSO™ ASP services, and all four cooperatives will implement AGent™ for cohesive ILL and ILS communications between all cooperative libraries. Bellevue District Library belongs to the Woodlands Library Cooperative.
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