CCS News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
FROM THE COMPUTER ROOM:
Item Search and Display - Have you noticed that the first time you use the Item Search and Display wizard each day after bringing up Workflows, it is terribly S..L..O..W? This is not a bug; it is because it takes time for Java to “rebuild” when it is re-initialized after Workflows is brought up. This is not uncommon in many computer applications. So, if this is an annoyance to you, do Item Search and Display on any item when you bring up Workflows initially. Make it part of the “bringing up Workflows” routine to keep the wizard running faster throughout the day.
DUNDEE OPEN HOUSE, FRI., SEPT. 25, 4-7 P.M.:
The Dundee Township Public Library District invites you to their Celebratory Open House Friday, Sept. 25, 4-7 P.M. Stop in and take a tour, or just wander on your own – you’ll discover a whole new re-energized library ready to serve you. Explore the dynamic new light-filled interiors, browse our new books and media collections, relax in our re-designed lounges, click around in our dedicated computer center, hang out in the new teen space, and explore the new Children’s Department. The event will open with a 4 P.M. ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by a welcome and remarks from Interim Director Phyllis O’Neill and Board President Lenore McDonald at 5 P.M. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. For directions, go to
http://www.dundeelibrary.info/dundee
SIRSI ENHANCEMENT POSTPONED:
We were very disappointed to hear from Sirsidynix CEO for Technology Talin Bingham that Sirsi has dropped our long- and avidly-requested Hold Map enhancement to allow libraries to limit some iBistro-placed holds to local materials only from Release 3.3.1 – where it was moved from Release 3.3. Rather than a new implementation timetable, we were given an assertion that for the last two years, Sirsi has gotten every major release out on time. Needless to say, “on time” isn’t the phrase we associate most closely when a critical and promised enhancement goes from a specific release slot to a later one and then into the ozone. We have expressed our unhappiness. Stay tuned...
CCS MEETINGS NEXT WEEK:
Mon., 9/17, 1:30, Northbrook: OPAC Review Task Force
Wed., 9/23, 10:00, NSLS: Governing Board
