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 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! *My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.* On Fri, Jul 30, 2021 at 12:51 PM EMAIL TEAM via Michlib-l < michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:
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/ _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l