How does one shared patron database work?
The patron database of the shared automation system will be built “from scratch”. We will not migrate any existing patron databases because it is too expensive and will yield unsatisfactory results. Starting from scratch, though, allows us to determine the patron data that needs to be collected. This policy will be determined through a committee of Iowa libraries who will be encouraged to set the policy according to best library practice. Patron confidentiality will remain a basic and fundamental tenet. Participating libraries will agree to abide by the rules set by the committee representing the consortium. The Evergreen system offers linking of family members, fines, holds, items out, etc. The patron registration form asks for User Identification, Contact Info, Addresses, Groups and Permissions, statistical categories, and surveys. These can be customized for Iowa libraries and Iowa patrons. Will current patron status remain after the migration? This is unknown at this time and will
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