M. Deddens (2002). "Overview of Integrated Library Systems." EDUCAUSE.

Available free online here.

Summary

This article discussed the advances in Integrated Library Systems (ILS) and the way they connect libraries with content and assist with information retrieval. It discusses three vendors in particular and enumerates their functionalities and capabilities: Endeavor Information Systems, Innovative Interfaces Inc., and SIRSI.

What I learned

It is interesting to see some of the functionalities of these different systems provided by different vendors and to compare them side-by-side. Aside from these comparisons, though, I didn't get much out of this article.

What I am taking away

There are lots of options.

Discussion question

Which of these three systems would you pick? Or would you keep shopping around?