[Michlib-l] Apollo ILS

[Cynthia Stanczak]

Another Apollo library here.  Totally agreed with everything said!  The
easy cataloging, amazingly responsive customer service, tons of features
rolled out based on customer request, and the many ways the platform is
customizable to each small library's needs.  13/10, highly recommend.  I
wish we'd done it years ago.

We came from Innovative Interfaces Sierra system.  The cost was increasing
yearly and was approaching $10K with very poor customer service, especially
for smaller clients.  We're paying $2,400/yr for Apollo, which includes the
added features of cover art, reviews, and patron recommendations within the
catalog.  Well, well worth it.

Also, the catalog is just beautiful.  We adore the 'most popular,' 'what's
new,' and 'booklist' features on the main page, and *LOVE* the 'reserve
express' feature, which lets patrons get an automatic hold on any new item
by their favorite authors and only needs a one-click step during
cataloging.  The cataloging side is easier and more intuitive than systems
I've used before, and our staff and patrons really appreciate the automated
email and text message options that are available.  There's even a great
report that populates patron emails to use for our digital newsletter.
Super helpful all around.

I've never used Auto-graphics Verso, so I can't offer a comparison,
though.  We did consider them when we were shopping around though.  We
opted for Biblionix Apollo.

Here's our catalog if you'd like to explore:
https://albionlibrary.biblionix.com

Feel free to reach out if you want more information.  I'll even take you on
a tour of the staff side of our Apollo system, if you like.

Best wishes!

Cynthia Stanczak, MLS (she/her)
Library Director
Albion District Library
501 S. Superior St.
Albion, MI  49224
(517) 629-3993

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On Fri, Jul 30, 2021 at 12:51 PM EMAIL TEAM via Michlib-l <
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> Dear Directors,
>
> Do any libraries use Apollo ILS, is it expensive? How is it working for
> you? How does in compare to Auto-graphics Verso?
>
> Stephanie Daniels, Director
> Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library
> 12 Church Street
> Hartford, MI 49057
> (269)588-5103
> http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/
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