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2 B About Book Systems Book Systems, now in its third decade, was founded and is still headquartered in high-tech Huntsville, Alabama. From our first DOS program to our current Web-based systems, our focus has been on providing affordable library automation and asset tracking software that delivers more features and demands fewer technical and financial resources. For us, it s all about our customers. Their success is our mission, which is why we re continually evolving our software and support services to satisfy their changing needs. Our focus on the customer has translated into creating the best technical support team in the business. When a customer calls, we have real people answering the phones right here in Huntsville and our team goes the extra mile to make sure issues are really solved, not just kicked down the road. Because we re so closely linked to our customers, we better understand their needs and that s helped us develop and deliver important advances such as our stress-free Cloud technology and new customer-driven features. Loyalty goes both ways. By putting our focus on each and every customer, we ve had a fast growing client base with very little turnover. In fact, 95% of our customers are still with us after more than two decades. They re loyal because we re loyal. We put them first. We may not be the biggest company in the industry but we re working hard every day to be the best. If you re looking for a great library management or asset tracking solution or seeking a career with a company dedicated to customer success, we d like to hear from you.

3 Table of Contents 1 Software Atriuum... 2 Booktracks... 6 Concourse... 8 ezcat & ezcat Pro... 9 Services OPAC Snapshot (Content Enrichment) RBS Reading Program Enhancement Services (MEND) SURFit (Federated Search) State Standards / Common Core Accessories & Hardware Labels, Protectors, & Processing Supplies Laser / InkJet Labels Patron Cards Barcode Scanners Receipt & Label Printers GuideBook Server Services & Support Data Services Implementation Project Management Training Customer Service General Information FAQs Partners... 21

4 2 Atriuum Feature-rich, stress-free technology for any library. Atriuum, our 100% Web-based system, is an affordable library automation solution built on a foundation of over twenty years experience in library technology and feedback from over 10,000 customers. Atriuum has many features including: Cataloging, circulation, inventory, custom reports, and Web accessible OPAC Quick Cataloging for downloading free MARC records from LOC and other libraries Empowering patrons through patron managed renewals, reserves, watch lists, etc. Information at Your Fingertips Whether your patrons are searching the library card catalog or library staff members are performing administrative tasks, access to Atriuum is fast and easy from any computer or mobile device with Internet connectivity. Atriuum brings your library resources right to your fingertips. Flexible OPAC Themes including over 90 Main and KidZviZ options Centralized or distributed information infrastructure Stress-free cloud technology avoids costly hosting and provides a zero maintenance environment Most importantly, you ll receive the best support in the business, hands down. For us, it really is all about you. You have choices and we hope you will give us the opportunity to earn YOUR trust.

5 Atriuum Features 3 Below are just a few highlights that Atriuum has to offer: OPAC New look and even more flexibility captivates your patrons with our exciting new OPAC interface! Choose from several layout options and over 90 OPAC design themes to customize your library s catalog. Enable your patrons to log into their accounts to create bookbags, access watch lists, reserve or renew materials, check What s Hot, etc. Atriuum Mobile Apps Access to Your Library On the GO Atriuum on the Go This app is optimized for patrons to access and search the library catalog from their favorite mobile device. Atriuum Mobile Interface (AMI) Designed for library staff to perform circulation transactions via a mobile device. KidZviZ The ideal Pre-K through 3rd grade library explorer s toolbox. We consulted with teachers, librarians, curriculum coordinators, and kids to provide all young readers with an attention-grabbing, age-appropriate searching mechanism that is like none you ve ever seen! Promoting the People, Places, and Things visual search index, our cartoon character (named Vizzie) takes kids on an adventure, exploring your library catalog.

6 4 Atriuum Hosting Hosting Solutions Stress-Free Set-Up, Hosting, and Maintenance As cloud-based technology advances and its popularity continues to grow, IT departments are continuously seeking new ways to reduce cost and free up resources. Book Systems offers a variety of hosting options that will meet these needs. Our Atriuum ASP hosted service delivers stress-free cloud computing technology, reduces IT costs, and provides maintenance for your Atriuum system. When you factor in the cost of purchasing a new server, hiring an IT person, storing and backing up your data, you ll immediately see the cost saving benefits. Atriuum Express (SaaS*) is an affordable subscriptionbased service for our hosted Atriuum library automation solution. Make your library s technology worry-free, at a subscription price. No Server Required! Hosted by Book Systems Unlimited Storage / User Access Requires only a browser with Internet Connection * SaaS - Software as a Service

7 Atriuum Modules 5 Serials Our Serials Module for Atriuum has the flexibility to easily manage and catalog your magazines, periodicals, journals, and other subscriptions. Librarians can easily: create and modify subscription information track and mark items received upon arrival process claims produce a variety of pre-configured or customized reports Authority Control Improve your cataloging accuracy using our Authority Control module for Atriuum. Maintains and controls author/subject authority records Builds See and See Also cross-referencing OPAC browse searching by author names and subjects Acquisitions With today s limited library funding, it is important for libraries to maintain a detailed account of requests and expenditures. The Acquisitions Module for Atriuum will provide the management options you need in a user-friendly, intuitive interface. Allocate funds, manage, and track your budgets Create, review, consider, and approve patron/staff initiated requests Manage, process, and track purchases Express CheckIt (Self Check) Give your patrons what they expect while improving your staff s circulation workflows. Intuitive user interface Improve circulation Simple and secure Easy to implement

8 6 Booktracks Accountability for your most valuable assets. In today s world, keeping track of textbooks, ereaders, tablets, laptops, and other costly assets is critical to controlling your budget. With Booktracks, you get an easy-to-use yet powerful 100% Web-based program with asset AND textbook tracking capabilities that will save you time and a significant amount of dollars. Booktracks meets the challenge of managing your assets and textbooks by readily providing you the tools and information necessary, so you ll know exactly what you have, where it is located, and who s responsible for it. Whether you are an administrator, an IT professional, or a building level manager, Booktracks makes managing your assets easy and efficient, and keeps everyone accountable. Booktracks is a highly configurable, asset management system that can be adapted to meet the needs of any size district or institution. Use Booktracks to easily track: Textbooks Hardware Fixed Assets Mobile Devices HOSTING SOLUTIONS Our Booktracks ASP and Booktracks Express (SaaS) hosting options deliver stress-free, cloud computing technology, reduces IT costs, and provides worry free maintenance.

9 Booktracks 7 Manage Your Assets with Ease and Efficiency FOR ADMINISTRATORS With Booktracks, administrators can gain instant access and knowledge regarding all of their assets across the entire district. Course Data by Site Based upon student enrollment, administrators can view course information for a school building, a group of schools, or all schools at once to ensure that each student has the required textbooks and assets needed for their classes. Entity Responsible Administrators have the flexibility to create entities that provide additional means for tracking. Forecast Expenditures Expense reports available in Booktracks allow business administrators to make critical financial decisions for budgeting and forecasting expenditures. Inter-School Building Loan Facilitates and streamlines the process of transferring textbooks and equipment from a central distribution center to individual locations, or transferring items between buildings. FOR IT PROFESSIONALS FOR BUILDING LEVEL STAFF Distribution & Collection Booktracks offers a variety of methods and features that simplify the distribution and collection process of your textbooks and/or equipment. Electronic Notifications Increase collection of fines/fees for lost or damaged items using built-in form letters that can be customized and printed or ed, reducing your expenses. Inventory Management Supports the ability to run multiple inventories concurrently, streamlining your physical inventory process. Perform inventory using a supported scanner from any computer, laptop, or portable device. Booktracks Mobile App Track Your Assets On the GO Mobile Asset Tracker (MAT) Booktracks Mobile Asset Tracker (MAT) app allows users to circulate items on the go. The app lets users perform basic transactions, including distributing and collecting textbooks and equipment plus looking up the status of patrons and items. Reliable Technology Using cloud-based technology and a powerful backend SQL database, Booktracks provides robust performance and secure access from any computer or mobile device, using a browser. No java client application or other client software is required, thus reducing IT resources. Warranty & Condition Tracking Robust reporting and tracking provides IT Professionals instant access to equipment condition, warranty expiration, and items that are in need of repair.

10 8 Concourse Library Automation Made Easy... Award-winning, affordable library automation software Concourse is Book Systems proven library management software for the Windows environment. Using the ideas contributed by Librarians and Media Specialists, our programmers take their ideas and continue to make Concourse easy-to-use. Any Windows-based library automation program that you choose should be: Easy-to-use with context-sensitive help Intuitive of what you expect it to do Well supported Meet or exceed your needs Concourse meets these criteria and offers these great features: Cataloging Authority Circulation Searching / OPAC Inventory Custom Reports Self Checkout Patron Labels Easy Navigation Based on input from our customers, we developed Concourse so that you can operate your library efficiently using flowcharts or toolbars. Secure Access and Control Limit access to specific functions of Concourse by creating individual worker logins and assigning permissions. Use Concourse OPAC to provide patrons search-only access. Customizable Reports Easily transform standard library reports with powerful filters, global editing, drill-down capabilities, and more. Concourse Add-Ons Authority - Authority control module BarcodeMaster - Barcode printing module ezcat - USMARC 21 download utility P-Link - Patron data import utility WebOPAC - Internet access to library s catalog

11 ezcat / ezcat Pro 9 ezcat is a feisty cataloging tool - that really hits the MARC! No more per-record fees. No more out-of-date CDs. No more on-line subscriptions. Internet access allows ezcat to help you take advantage of Z39.50 technology by obtaining free USMARC 21 records. Search multiple library databases simultaneously (Library of Congress and over 400 other publicly listed libraries) and retrieve cataloging data for all your library materials. Additional features of ezcat include: Download one or many records instantly! Search for MARC records in batch. Use with other library automation systems that import USMARC 21 records. Add Study Program and/or local holding information before export. ezcat Pro supports all the features of ezcat, plus powerful printing and editing features. Import MARC record files review existing MARC record files you receive from book vendors before you import into your automation system. Edit MARC records - create new fields, add or remove fields and sub-fields, accept or change sub-codes and tags, configure local holdings, apply templates, and more. Print labels and cards print barcodes, catalog cards, spine and pocket labels, and Study Program labels. Batch operations - perform global edits and/or validation on your USMARC 21 records.

12 10 Subscription Services Content Enrichment Bring Your Catalog to Life Our content enrichment service provides enriched content that your patrons have come to expect. Subscribe to any of the following services and instantly enhance your Atriuum OPAC or Concourse WebOPAC search results. OPAC Snapshot is a subscription service that instantly populates your patron s search results with Cover Images, Table of Contents, Author Notes, Summaries, Publisher Reviews, and more. Enrichment Elements: Cover Images Table of Contents Author Notes Partnered with: Publisher Reviews First Chapters & Excerpts Summaries... and more. Syndetic Solutions Select From book inventory to book discovery: Expert Reviews Series Information Reading Recommendations Related Resources... and more. Backup Service From hardware failure to hurricanes, disasters never strike at a good time. Is your anti-virus software up-to-date? Are viruses undetected? We can protect against the havoc that any disaster could wreak on your system, and have you up and running again in no time. Subscribe and use Book Systems Remote Backup Service (RBS) to recover your Atriuum, Booktracks, or Concourse database after disaster occurs. An actual customer photo of a hurricane-ravaged library. RBS to the rescue!

13 Subscription Services 11 Reading Program Enhancement Services (MEND) Book Systems offers an invaluable reading program enhancement service called MEND* that adds complete Accelerated Reader, Reading Counts, Lexile, or Fountas & Pinnell measures to your MARC records. Maximize your reading program investment by promoting frequent use of your reading program titles, and making it easier for patrons to find books in your collection matching their reading levels. *MEND - MARC Enhanced Data Services SURFit A powerful Federated Search option for Atriuum that allows patrons to simultaneously search the library collection and content from paid and free on-line databases such as Britannica, EBSCOhost, Google Books, Gale, ProQuest, World Book, and more. Provides patrons the confidence to conduct self-directed searches Increases usage of your OPAC and subscription databases Organizes searched results quickly and easily State Standards / Common Core State and Common Core Standards Search option for Atriuum provides teachers and library staff the ability to build powerful lesson plans by identifying titles in your collection that are aligned with your state standards and the Common Core. Subscribe to our Standards Enhancement Service to keep your collection aligned as these standards are updated. Provides flexibility for educators to enhance curriculum plans Saves time searching for standard-aligned resources Browse by state, subject, grade, ID, and/or keywords

14 12 Accessories Labels, Protectors, and Processing Supplies Digitally-Composed Barcode Labels Barcodes are available in 8 or 14 digits. Also available in paper with laminate or polyester. Contact your sales representative to order. Dumb Barcodes (Singles) Product # 50-BCDS Barcode size: 2 W x 5/8 H 1,000 barcodes Dumb Barcodes (Doubles) Product # 50-BCDD Barcode size: 2 W x 5/8 H 2,000 barcodes Dumb (Singles) with Additional Eye-Readable Strip Product # 50-BCDE Label size: 2 W x 1 H 1,000 barcodes Smart Barcodes Product # 50-BCSM Barcode size: 2 W x 3/4 H 1,000 barcodes Note: Contact your sales representative about Barcode Labels for assets. CD / DVD Label Set Product # 50-CDLS Donut size: 1 Barcode size: 2 W x 5/8 H Minimum order 750 sets -- Polyester, digitally-composed set (singles) -- Round donut with text & eye-readable number Special Collections Barcode Tab Product # 50-SCBCT Tab size: 2 W x 7 H 1,000 tabs - Minimum order 4,000 Acid-free strips with printed barcode and die-cut tab especially for barcoding special/rare book collections

15 Accessories 13 Laser/Inkjet Labels Bookplates Product # 50-DML2 (Qty 240) Product # 50-DML4 (Qty 480) Bookplate size: 4 W x 3 5/16 H Barcode Labels Product # 70-BML30 Product # 70-BML33 Label size: W x 1 H Label size: W x 3 4 H 30 per sheet - 3,000 per pkg. 33 per sheet - 3,300 per pkg. Concourse/eZcat Pro Label Types: Atriuum Label Types: BSI 70-BML30 BSI 70-BML33 Laser Spine Labels Product # 70-SL50L Label size: 1 1/2 W x 1 H 50 labels per sheet - 5,000 per pkg. Concourse/eZcat Pro Label Type: Atriuum Label Types: or BSI label set - Spine Only Polyester Barcode Label Protectors Product # 70-BLPP Size: 3 1/4 W x 1 1/2 H 500 per roll Label Protectors Laser SL4 Label Sets Product # 70-SL4L Label sizes: Spine: 7/8 W x 1 1/2 H Pocket: 2 7/8 W x 1 H 10 sets per sheet - 1,000 sets per pkg. 1 Spine / 2 Pocket Labels Concourse/eZcat Pro Label Type: / Laser Atriuum Label Types: or Laser SL4 or BSI label set - Spine & Pocket Polyester Spine Label Protectors Product # 70-SLPP Size: 2 W x 1 1/2 H 500 per roll Matte Vinyl Barcode Label Protectors Product # 70-BLPVM Size: 2 3/4 W x 1 1/4 H 1,000 per roll

16 14 Patron Cards Patron cards are designed to make checkouts fast, easy, and accurate. When purchasing, you can choose one of our designs or submit a custom image to us electronically! Front Designs Back Designs Bear Balloon Back #3 Book Worm Magic Book Back #2 Generic School Generic Public Back #1

17 Hardware 15 Barcode Scanners Barcode scanners are a necessary part of your asset tracking system, and will increase speed and accuracy when circulating and performing inventory. We offer both stationary as well as the more versatile cordless barcode scanners. Receipt & Label Printers Receipt printers provide your patrons with their current circulation information after each transaction and can provide receipts for payment of fines and/or other charges. Thermal Label Printers are used for printing highly durable polyester barcodes (single or multiples). Benefits of buying accessories from Book Systems: Guaranteed to work with Book Systems Software Programming assistance provided Lifetime support by Book Systems technicians without additional support fees

18 16 Services & Support Data Services You Can Trust Our Expertise When it comes to your data, we understand the importance of maintaining its integrity. With over 20 years of experience, you can trust our expertise when handling your critical records and can be assured that they will be protected. Book Systems offers electronic data transfers from an existing ILS or textbook management system, full retrospective conversions, and MARC enhancement services. Data transfer from another system - We ll do the work for you! We have successfully migrated data from many systems, including: Alexandria Biblionix Apollo CASPR Cross Evolve Follett Athena Follett Destiny Follett InfoCentre Follett Windows Circ./Cat+ Follett Winnebago Spectrum Gateway Genesis L4U Library World PC Card Catalog Polaris SIRSIDynix and virtually any other ILS Full Retrospective Conversions For libraries automating for the first time, we offer full service retrospective conversions from shelflist cards to a USMARC 21 electronic format. This service is a very effective, time-efficient way to get your library automated. Brief to Full MARC Enhancement Service Having incomplete data in your system makes searching your collection difficult for your patrons and increases the chances of materials getting misplaced on the shelf. Update your brief records to full MARC and instantly enhance the usability of your library system.

19 Services & Support 17 Implementation Going Beyond to Ensure Your Success At Book Systems, our dedication to our customers goes well beyond the software. We re committed to providing complete solutions and that starts with a successful implementation. A Book Systems implementation consists of a three-step approach: 1. Data Services 2. System Deployment 3. Training Once the data is ready and your system is deployed, a Certified Trainer will spend time with you and your staff covering all the basic functions of the system and making sure you and your patrons are ready to hit the ground running. At Book Systems we re committed to making your experience with our systems and people a positive one! Project Management Our Atriuum and Booktracks customers are assigned a Project Manager (PM). The PM will be dedicated to your implementation and work closely with you and your staff, guiding you through our step-by-step deployment process. Once the data has been converted, reviewed, any necessary changes made and then approved by you, our deployment team springs into action, working closely with your IT staff. A certified Book Systems Technician remotely manages your installation making your system live and preparing the way for your training session. Rest assured that your Project Manager and our friendly support team is always available to you both during and after your system s deployment.

20 18 Services & Support Training It is essential in today s market to keep pace with the constant changes in technology. Book Systems helps you work effectively with our products by offering a variety of training options to meet your needs. Each of them provides innovative learning content that helps you work effectively and teaches you how to take advantage of our product functionality for the most efficient results. In-House Training Book Systems offers training at our corporate office training facility in Huntsville, Alabama. This two-day session is held in a classroom environment, with computers, providing hands-on participation for each attendee. On-Site Training On-site training at your library by one of our Certified Trainers will make the most of your software purchase and will help you and your staff work effectively right from the start. On-Line Training Our on-line sessions are designed to deliver real-time, cost-effective training at a convenient time and place. All you need is a high-speed Internet connection and a telephone. Refresher Training Refresher Training sessions are designed to increase the user s knowledge of the many features available in Atriuum, Booktracks, and Concourse. Participants will learn how to take full advantage of the program as it relates to their library or asset management.

21 Customer Service 19 Customer Service Beyond Compare At Book Systems we take great pride in providing outstanding, industry leading Customer Service! We consistently receive rave reviews and unsolicited praise from customers. Our Customer Service and Technical Support departments provide a full range of services, and our friendly, courteous support analysts are always ready to assist you in every way. They are simply the best in the industry! We make it a point to have an actual, live person answer your call during regular business hours - no recorded messages! As a proud Alabama-based company, we make every effort to deliver Southern hospitality in all aspects of our customer relationships.

22 20 FAQs What are the system requirements for Atriuum and Booktracks? To view a complete list of system requirements, please go to Does Book Systems offer a hosting service? Yes, you can purchase either our ASP or Express (SaaS) hosted solutions for Atriuum or Booktracks. Can I circulate items in Atriuum or Booktracks if my network goes down? Absolutely. You can still check items in and out while your network is down by using the Offline Circulation Tool. When your connection is restored, transactions can be synchronized back to your database. What type of database does Atriuum or Booktracks use? Both Atriuum and Booktracks use PostgreSQL, an advanced open source SQL database. For more information, visit Which Web browsers will work with Booktracks? Current versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Google Chrome. Do Atriuum and Booktracks support SIF, SIP-2, and LDAP services? Yes. Is Atriuum RDA Compliant? Yes. How often is your software updated and how will I know what changes were made? Our products are updated frequently and released twice a year. Update notifications are made via and are posted on our Website, Facebook, and Twitter pages. Additionally, a complete list appears on the Atriuum or Booktracks home page upon log in. Does Atriuum have an API for Overdrive ebook services? Yes. Can I use my existing barcode readers and receipt printers with your products? In most cases, you are able to use your existing equipment. Book Systems offers a variety of barcode readers, receipt printers, and other replacement hardware options. These are all guaranteed to work with BSI products and include Lifetime support at no additional cost. For additional information, please go to

23 Additional Information C Partners Strategic Partners Book Systems is proud to have developed a strategic partnership with the following companies: Syndetic Solutions and more... Copyright, Licenses, Liability, and Trademarks All of the materials listed in this catalog are subject to the copyright laws of the U.S. and International Copyright conventions. Prices are subject to change without notice. No reproduction, copying, or transmission of the software is permitted in any media without prior written permission from the producer. A license may not be transferred without the written permission of Book Systems. Book Systems, Inc. is not responsible or liable for lost or damaged data for any reason. Book Systems, Atriuum, Concourse, ezcat, ezcat Pro, Booktracks, WebOPAC, ezpac, ezhost, GuideBook, and KidZviZ, and their respective logos, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Book Systems, Inc. All other brands and product names in this catalog are trademarks of their respective owners. 0714BSI106

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