Blog Archive - Innovative Interfaces Inc.

Polaris Release 6.7 Adds Additional Bulk Capabilities

December 23, 2020

Polaris 6.7 release features ability to copy bibliographic records from external databases, and make bulk bibliographic record changes inn Leap.

How is Your Collection Behaving?

December 23, 2020

Guest Blogger Mary Kelly shares thoughts on how a pandemic is influencing collection choices.

Most-Read Resources in 2020

December 18, 2020

As the notable year of 2020 comes to a close, we are taking a look at Innovative’s most-read resources.

Announcing Sierra Comeback Challenge Winners

December 9, 2020

This challenge brought back 20 ideas that were previously submitted and gave them another chance to be selected!

Winners Announced for Polaris Comeback Challenge

December 9, 2020

Pairwise voting has concluded for The Comeback Challenge, and we have our winners!

Welcome Guest Blogger Mary Kelly!

November 19, 2020

Innovative is pleased to introduce our new guest blogger, Mary Kelly, a public librarian who hails from Michigan.

I Will be Better Prepared for the Next Pandemic

November 19, 2020

A guest post by librarian and blogger Mary Kelly

Mobile Worklists 3.2 Can Help Your Library with Inventory

November 17, 2020

Mobile Worklists helps library staff to go paperless while doing work in the stacks, and with the release of Mobile…

Update on the Innovative Acquisition

November 2, 2020

ProQuest today announced that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission has closed its review of Ex Libris’ acquisition of Innovative.

“The Comeback Challenge” New Sierra and Polaris Idea Lab Challenge

October 22, 2020

The Innovative Product Team invites you to participate in our October/November 2020 Idea Lab challenge: The Comeback Challenge!

Sierra 5.2 Create List improvements, Improved Security

September 30, 2020

Innovative is happy to announce that Sierra 5.2 is in general release, offering numerous enhancements to Sierra libraries. Throughout the…

New Online Resource and Training Center for Innovative Customers

September 17, 2020

In September, the Innovative Library Services team launched a new look for https://support.iii.com, including a new Training and Learning Center.…

Congrats to Polaris Idea Lab Winners for “I Want To Do It…

September 14, 2020

Pairwise has concluded for the “I want to do it myself!” challenge, and we have our Polaris winner! Designed to…

Congrats to Sierra Idea Lab Winners for “I Want To Do It…

September 14, 2020

Pairwise has concluded for the “I want to do it myself!” challenge, and we have our Sierra winners! Designed to…

New Approach to Equity: Eliminating Late Fees

July 23, 2020

While they represent a small percentage of a library’s operating budget, overdue fines can be a prohibitive expense for low-income…

“I Want To Do It Myself!” New Sierra & Polaris Idea Lab…

July 13, 2020

Library patrons like to do things for themselves, from self-registration and self-checkout to holds management and My Account. This challenge…

Visit the Virtual Innovative Booth at MOBIUS Annual Conference

June 2, 2020

Innovative is proud to be a sponsor of the 2020 MOBIUS Annual Conference and participant in the virtual trade show.

Congrats to Polaris Crisis Management Challenge Winners

May 26, 2020

Pairwise has concluded for the Polaris Crisis Management challenge and we have our winners!

Winners Announced in Sierra Crisis Management Challenge

May 26, 2020

Hello Innovative Users! Pairwise has concluded for the Sierra Crisis Management challenge and we have winners! Designed to focus specifically…

Tips for Reopening the Library

May 4, 2020

This is a guest post from Alison Pruntel, Manager, Technology & Materials at Fauquier County Public Library.

New Resources for You: Roadmaps, Webinars, Online Training

April 23, 2020

Our team has developed some great new resources and we’re excited to share them with you.

Introducing a New Product Roadmap Format

April 17, 2020

We are excited to announce our new online product roadmaps mentioned in our recent webinars.

Poll results are in! Quick Hits Webinar: Working from home for the…

April 7, 2020

We polled over 500 attendees to find out some of their biggest work-at-home challenges.

Reminder: Be Aware of Increased Phishing Activity

April 1, 2020

As you continue to process invoices and payments, we want to make sure you have confidence in where you send…

April Idea Lab Challenges for Sierra & Polaris: Crisis Management

March 31, 2020

Suggest product improvements you’d like to see made to better handle possible library closures in the future.

Guest Post: Working from Home – Tips and Advice from Friends and…

March 23, 2020

This is a guest post from Victor Zuniga, Chair of the Innovative User Group and System Administrator at Poudre River…

Innovative Webinar Series: Resources to Close Physical Locations

March 20, 2020

The Innovative Customer Support team will host three webinars to walk through key actions for closing physical locations or suspending…

Update on the Innovative Acquisition

March 13, 2020

You may have heard that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is conducting a review of the Innovative acquisition, as…

Innovative Business Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

March 6, 2020

UPDATED July 13, 2020 We continue to monitor the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and its global impact. Innovative…

Reflecting on PLA 2020

March 4, 2020

This is a blog post by General Manager Yariv Kursh.

A Note from the New Innovative General Manager

February 25, 2020

This is the full text of an email sent to customers from Innovative General Manager Yariv Kursh.

Making Connections and Finding Community at IUG

February 4, 2020

This guest blog post comes to us from Beth Juhl, librarian at University of Arkansas Libraries, and Secretary/Treasurer for the…

Did Cataloging Choose You? Learn How To Level Up (At IUG)

January 27, 2020

The 2020 Innovative Users Group (IUG) annual conference features approximately 80 presentation ideas submitted by Innovative users, including some very…

The Innovative Users Group 2020 Conference

January 7, 2020

The IUG 2020 conference is a four-day event April 15-18 in Minneapolis, Minnesota where over 700 library professionals from around…

Death to Popups Idea Lab Challenge has a Winner!

December 11, 2019

Pairwise has concluded for the Death to Popups challenge, and we have a winner!

Winners announced for Lions, Tigers and Holds, Oh My!

December 11, 2019

We are pleased to announce the results for the Polaris challenge! — Lions, Tigers and Holds, Oh My!

Email from Innovative CEO: Innovative Signs Agreement to be Acquired by Ex…

December 5, 2019

This is the full text of an email sent to customers from Innovative CEO Shaheen Javadizadeh.

How Does BIBFRAME Work?

November 18, 2019

BIBFRAME has been a buzzword in the library industry since the Library of Congress launched it in 2011. So, by…

Idea Lab Winner Announced: Create Lists Roadmap Challenge

October 28, 2019

Hello Innovative Users! We are pleased to announce the results of our recent Sierra challenge! — Level Up! Sierra Create…

What Programs Would You Love Most at IUG 2020?

October 23, 2019

Are you still using tips and tricks from one of this year’s IUG 2019 sessions? Reach out to the presenters…

What is BIBFRAME?

October 21, 2019

When MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) was developed in the 1960s, computers were bigger than refrigerators and the inventor of the World…

October Polaris Idea Lab Challenge: Lions, Tigers and Holds, Oh my!

October 2, 2019

A complex topic, holds are a ‘bear’ to comprehend and configure. Put forth all your ideas for improving the staff…

Looking for Power Users to Join our September Idea Lab Challenge

September 4, 2019

Level Up! Sierra Create Lists Roadmap ChallengeSierra Create Lists Power Users--Come one, come all!

Save the Date: Sierra Idea Lab “Create Lists” Challenge

August 27, 2019

The September Idea Lab Timed Challenge will cover Create Lists! This highly focused challenge will allow our Sierra power users…

And the Latest Idea Lab Winners are…

August 2, 2019

We are pleased to announce the results of our recent Polaris challenge! -- Only the Lonely: Time for Tech Services.

You’re Invited: Innovative Salon at ALA 2019

June 7, 2019

We invite you and your library peers to join us Saturday June 22 – Sunday June 23 from 8am until…

Join our June Polaris Idea Lab Challenge. Only the Lonely: Time for…

May 31, 2019

Calling all back office opportunists! The Innovative Product Team invites Polaris users to participate in our June Idea Lab challenge: …

Innovative Users Group Opens 27th Annual Conference

May 6, 2019

EMERYVILLE, Calif — Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, today participates in the…

And the Idea Lab Winners are…

April 29, 2019

Hello Innovative Users! We are pleased to announce the results of our recent Polaris and Sierra roadmap challenges! We recently…

Adventures in a Linked Data World

April 29, 2019

This blog post comes to us from Martha Rice Sanders, MSLS, Innovative Senior Systems Librarian. Ever since I began working…

Relationships Are More Important Than Ever

April 3, 2019

This is an exciting year for Innovative Customer Support, starting off with the recent announcement of several department changes focused…

I Found New Skills and a New Career through the IUG

March 26, 2019

This guest blog post comes from Jeremy Goldstein, Data Curation Librarian for the Minuteman Library Network, and Enhancements Co-Coordinator for…

Innovative Users Invited to Vote on New Features for Polaris, Sierra

March 22, 2019

The Innovative Product Team and Innovative Users Group invites you to participate in one of our current Idea Lab challenges:…

“A Wizard has turned you into a Sierra Admin. What do you…

February 21, 2019

Polaris 6.1 Includes User-Requested Features for eCommerce & NoveList Integration

November 12, 2018

Innovative is happy to announce that Polaris 6.1 is in general release, offering a number of new features. Our Polaris…

Sierra 4.1 Expands License Limits, Customizes Facets

November 9, 2018

Innovative is happy to announce that Sierra 4.1 is in general release, offering a number of new features. Through their…

What Sessions Do You Want to See at IUG 2019?

October 26, 2018

Get involved in IUG 2019! Our annual, independent Innovative user group conference has been successful for the past 26 years…

MyLibrary! Patron Mobile App Now Available for Polaris Libraries

August 29, 2018

Innovative has launched MyLibrary! Release 3.1, which now includes full app functionality for Polaris library partners. The mobile app, available…

Setting Your Library Up for Success: A Sierra Migration Tip Series –…

August 20, 2018

This is the third in a series of tips that can help you successfully prepare your library mentally and physically…

Libraries as Project Organizations

August 9, 2018

Librarians have been undertaking projects since there have been libraries – and possibly even before. Library Technologist Robin Hastings explains…

Setting Your Library Up for Success: A Sierra Migration Tip Series –…

July 25, 2018

This is the second in a series of tips that can help you successfully prepare your library mentally and physically…

The PCC and Me

June 18, 2018

As someone who began cataloging in her infancy, well, early 20s, performing copy cataloging of musical sound recordings at the…

Setting Your Library Up for Success: A Sierra Migration Tip Series

June 15, 2018

Whether your library expects to migrate to Sierra in the near term or remain on Millennium a bit longer, Innovative…

Library Culture is People Culture

June 14, 2018

If you're compelled to truly live the mission of libraries - providing resources, community engagement, provoking curiosity, and support lifelong…

Announcing Resource Sharing 3.1, Now In General Release

June 12, 2018

Innovative is pleased to announce that Resource Sharing 3.1 is now in general release, offering libraries powerful new features.

Sierra 4.0 Now Available with System Limit Expansion and Automatic Renewal

May 10, 2018

Innovative is happy to announce that Sierra 4.0 is now in general release, offering libraries powerful new features. We started…

Wes Osborn Named 2018 IUG Beacon Award Winner

April 24, 2018

ORLANDO, Fla. — Innovative Interfaces is pleased to congratulate Wes Osborn, executive director of Information Technology for the Central Library…

Innovative Users Group Commences 26th Annual Conference

April 24, 2018

ORLANDO, Fla. —Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, today kicked off IUG 2018,…

Polaris 6.0 Paves Way For Web App Credit Card Payments, New Filters…

April 19, 2018

Innovative is happy to announce Polaris Release 6.0 is now in general release, offering libraries powerful new features, including enhancements…

IUG Annual 2018: Orlando, here we come!

April 19, 2018

From time-saving tips and tools, to quick-hit solutions, to success stories that provoke great a-ha moments, IUG 2018 is ripe…

Library Heroes: Cincinnati Library Helps Put Spotlight on the Role of Libraries…

April 13, 2018

Homelessness. It’s an important and pervasive issue impacting libraries across the nation. The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County…

Library Heroes: Alachua County Library Creates Mobile Makerspaces to Serve Diverse Communities

April 12, 2018

Alachua County Library in Florida has a whole team of heroes who are finding ways to bring modern makerspaces to…

Library Heroes: Napa County Library Becomes Community Hub During Wildfire Crisis

April 10, 2018

Imagine waking up to find your community enveloped in thick smoke, being urged to evacuate as quickly as possible, and…

Innovative Gains Momentum in Academic Market With Four New Library Partners

April 9, 2018

Emeryville, Calif.— Innovative Interfaces, a leading global provider of library automation software, today announced four academic institutions have switched to…

From Unsure to Confident: The Value of the IUG

April 4, 2018

Overwhelmed and unsure. That described me at my first Innovative Users Group conference in 2010. System administrator at my library…

Idea Lab Expands with Always Open Space

March 29, 2018

Less than a year after the initial launch of Idea Lab, Innovative is pleased to expand our customer-driven innovation program…

Keyword Search Now Available in MyLibrary! Release 3.0

March 6, 2018

MyLibrary! now offers keyword searching right from the app. In addition to scanning a book by ISBN, patrons can search…

Winning Polaris Ideas Put Patron Service and Staff Efficiency First

March 2, 2018

Results of the Polaris Web Application challenge, our latest product-specific challenge in Idea Lab, demonstrate the commitment of Innovative libraries…

Innovative Knowledge Base Release 1.4 Offers Real-Time Sync with EBSCO

February 9, 2018

New Ways to Manage License Agreements and Content Providers Help Libraries Centralize Information Our most recent release unveils new automation…

Find Answers in the Supportal

February 5, 2018

Wherever you are, whatever kind of library you run, our librarians and technical analysts will be there for you. For access…

New Sierra Offline Circulation Client Now Available with Sierra Release 3.4

February 2, 2018

Innovative recently launched Sierra Release 3.4 with a new Sierra Offline Circulation client and additional enhancements to give library partners…

MyLibrary! Release 2.1 Integrates WebPAC and Encore Labels on Sign In Screen

February 1, 2018

MyLibrary! users may have noticed a few changes with MyLibrary! 2.1, the most recent release of the patron mobile app.…

The Accidental Cataloger’s Dilemma

January 30, 2018

Your last cataloger retired. Now you're learning cataloging on the job and taking it over because, frankly, no one else…

Innovative Mobile Worklists Wins Platinum Third Year in a Row in 2018…

January 29, 2018

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Innovative is proud to announce three products received distinctions from LibraryWorks’ annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs): Mobile…

Encore Release 4.7 Now Available with Auto-Suggest and More Harvesting Options

January 23, 2018

Innovative recently launched Encore Release 4.7 with autosuggest for patrons and additional options for libraries with harvested collections. The release…

New Filter for Weeding Reports Released in Decision Center 1.2 SP3

January 8, 2018

The latest release includes the Created Date field as an initial filter on the Low Circulation Weeding and High Circulation…

Our Most Read Stories in 2017: Makerspace Movements, Bookbikes, and APIs

December 28, 2017

As 2017 comes to a close, we stopped to take a look at the most read stories on the Innovative…

Innovative Users Drive Product Innovation in Idea Lab Challenge

November 20, 2017

After the successful launch of Idea Lab, we’re excited to share the results of our first innovation challenge and announce…

Innovative Solution Offers Significant Benefits for Idaho State University

November 15, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is happy to announce that Idaho…

Hot Topic: Mindful Management Basics Webinar-Session 1: December 5, 7am-10am PST

November 15, 2017

Join Mindful Leadership practitioner and consultant, Kym Cadle, and Innovative Business of Library Consultants for a targeted, tactical journey through…

I Never Liked The Bumper Sticker: Question Authority

November 10, 2017

I much prefer: Authorize Questions. From subjects, to names, to places and uniform titles, as an authority control consultant, I…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in October

November 8, 2017

From Texas to Ohio, we’re excited to share that two library partners launched on an Innovative solution during October. Innovative…

Emporia State University Returns to an Innovative Solution

November 2, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce that Emporia…

Vital Release 8.0 SP1 Now Available with Advanced Customization Options

November 2, 2017

Innovative is happy to announce that Vital Release 8.0 SP1 is now available for library partners. This service pack release…

Kudos to 2017 ULC Top Innovators

October 27, 2017

It’s amazing what can happen when you harness the power of innovation to connect people with vital resources and opportunities.…

Charleston Preview: Collections Still Ripe for Innovation

October 26, 2017

As we consider the theme of “What’s Past is Prologue” for the annual Charleston Conference, it is clear that the…

Innovative Expands Open Integrated Library System with New RESTful APIs in Sierra…

October 25, 2017

Innovative has launched the newest release of the Sierra integrated library system (ILS) with two new RESTful APIs for open…

Encore Release 4.6 SP3 Now Available with Improved Facets

October 24, 2017

Innovative recently launched updated discovery features in Encore Release 4.6 SP3. The release includes streamlined facet performance, automatic display of…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in September

October 15, 2017

From Vietnam to California, we’re excited to share that four library partners launched on an Innovative solution during September. We’re…

Innovative Appoints New Senior Vice President of Product Strategy

October 13, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif. – Innovative Interfaces today announced the appointment of Kathryn Harnish as Senior Vice President of Product Strategy. “Kathryn…

Innovative Adds System-wide Unicode Support in Polaris Release 5.6

October 12, 2017

Innovative has launched Polaris Release 5.6 with system-wide support for Unicode characters, integration of items from Vital in the PowerPAC…

Waco-McLennan County Library Looks Forward to New Patron Opportunities, Using Innovative Solution…

October 6, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce the Waco-McLennan…

Save Time Swiping Item to Item in Mobile Worklists 2.6

October 6, 2017

Recent changes in the Mobile Worklists app offer significant time-savings and efficiency improvements for library staff. Users can now quickly…

Innovative Enhances Productivity through Efficient Workflows with Mobile Worklists Release 2.6

October 3, 2017

This release includes the ability to quickly swipe between Item Detail screens and view copy number information on each Item…

Utah State Library Chooses Innovative System to Power Bookmobiles and Libraries in…

September 26, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is happy to announce the Utah…

Resource Sharing 3.0 SP1 Now Available with Expanded Patron Authentication Options

September 22, 2017

This release includes expanded patron authentication options, access to configuration for tables library staff and administrators, and more accurate record…

Innovative Improves Workflow Integrations for Library Staff and Patrons in Sierra Release…

September 15, 2017

Simplify operations with three new API endpoints and integration for PCI-compliant credit card payments at Express Lane self-service stations.

DeKalb County Public Library Chooses Robust Innovative Solution To Support 22 Branches

September 14, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce the DeKalb…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in August

September 14, 2017

From California to Taiwan, we’re pleased to announce that 29 library partners launched on an Innovative solution during August:

Conversations That Count: Bracing for Success

September 7, 2017

Lessons learned in the show ring, with a judge critiquing your every move, apply to both work and life. Find…

Conversations That Count: Connecting The Dots

August 24, 2017

The buzzer has sounded in libraryland and we’re heading into the locker room after the first half, tied. Now's the…

Innovative Introduces New Consortia Management Capabilities and Multi-Provider Coverage Support in Knowledge…

August 24, 2017

As requested by Innovative library partners, this release provides the ability for consortia central offices and member libraries to manage…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in July

August 16, 2017

From California to Ontario, Canada, we’re pleased to announce that 15 library partners launched on an Innovative solution during July:

Load Profile Training & Refresher Workshops

August 15, 2017

Give new library staff a solid understanding of Millennium and Sierra load profiles or bring more experienced staff up to…

Conversations That Count: Facing Our Fears

August 2, 2017

Those who know me, know I am a “cowgirl up” and “get ‘er done” kind of girl. Horse buck you…

Encore Release 4.6 SP2 Now Available with Updated Endnote Integration

July 26, 2017

Innovative recently launched updated discovery features in Encore Release 4.6 SP2. The release includes new sorting and harvesting features which…

San Diego State University Provides Expansive Access to Consortial Resources, Powered by…

July 25, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce that San…

Decision Center Release 1.2 SP2 Now Available with Expanded Encore Locations

July 25, 2017

Decision Center Release 1.2 SP2 is now available to Innovative library partners with improved Encore location results and date information…

TeenHQ: A Place All Their Own

July 24, 2017

Youthful achievements are evident all over the mezzanine level of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library in downtown San…

Innovative Delivers Market-Leading Digital Asset Management with Responsive Web Experience in Vital…

July 19, 2017

Innovative Interfaces has launched Vital Release 8.0 with a new fully responsive user interface that provides instant access to important…

Innovative Knowledge Base Provides Responsive Design, Search Suggestions, and Improved Workflows

July 19, 2017

The Innovative Knowledge Base updates frequently and automatically for library systems. Have you seen these new features?

Proctor Library at Flagler College Implements Innovative Solution, Joining a Host of…

July 13, 2017

Innovative Interfaces is pleased to announce that Proctor Library at Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL, has moved to the…

Conversations That Count: Amidst not Betwixt

July 13, 2017

Arriving home from ALA Annual this year, I am struck ... library is actively amidst transformation of its services and…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in June

July 11, 2017

From California to Vietnam, we’re pleased to announce that 20 library partners launched on an Innovative solution during June: Polaris…

A Modern Patron Experience: Polaris Release 5.5 Delivers Responsive PowerPAC

July 10, 2017

Your patrons are a diverse group of people. And we know they access your catalog through a diverse set of…

Innovative Responsive PowerPAC Gives Patrons Modern, Flexible Mobile Access in Polaris Release…

July 6, 2017

Innovative works closely with library partners for customer-driven enhancements EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Innovative Interfaces has launched the Polaris Release 5.5…

West Baton Rouge Parish Library Opens New Patron Possibilities With Implementation of…

June 29, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce that West…

Idea Lab Sheds Light on Game-Changing Analytics for Libraries

June 29, 2017

This year marks a major milestone in partnership between Innovative and the IUG as we joined forces to launch Idea…

Innovative Strengthens Sierra with New Holdshelf Architecture and Increased Open Integration Options…

June 28, 2017

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Innovative Interfaces has strengthened the Sierra integrated library system with a re-designed holdshelf architecture and increased open…

Over 150 Library Partners Leverage the Innovative Open Library Stack for Cloud-based,…

June 23, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce that the…

Conversations That Count: Quit Listening, Start Leading

June 21, 2017

Can we talk for a minute? I mean really talk? Like we would, if we were sitting face to face,…

Nationwide Public Library System in Ireland with Over 300 Locations Now Live…

June 15, 2017

Dublin, Ireland —Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce that…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in May

June 14, 2017

We’re pleased to announce that the following library partners launched on an Innovative solution during May

Mobile Worklists 2.5 Automatically Saves Your Place in a List

June 9, 2017

Now, when you have to exit a list in the middle of your work, you’ll be automatically returned to your…

Cooperative Computer Services Latest Library Consortium in the Greater Chicago Area to…

June 8, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce Cooperative Computer…

Conversations That Count: Money & Friends Change Everything

June 7, 2017

Don’t believe me? Look at what simply acknowledging this reality and responding responsibly did for the radio industry.

Case Study: Illinois Heartland Library System Runs Largest North American Consortium on…

June 5, 2017

In 2011, libraries in the state of Illinois were at a crossroads. Four regional library systems, representing four sets of…

Orion Township Public Library Rides Into Events With New Bookbike

June 2, 2017

With a riding trail behind them, an extensive volunteer base beside them, and a calendar full of community events ahead,…

Poplar Creek Public Library District Selects Innovative To Enhance Patron Experience

June 1, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce the Poplar…

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals Opens Access to Library Resources…

May 24, 2017

Innovative solution provides expansive reach and unique user experience Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that…

Innovative Strengthens Customer Service with Executive Leadership Appointments

May 18, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, announced today the launch of a…

Wingate University Selects Innovative to Enhance User-Focused Experience

May 16, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce that Ethel…

The Power of APIs

May 5, 2017

You took that important next step and invested in a new Innovative integrated library system. Now how do you ensure…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in April

May 5, 2017

We’re pleased to announce that the following library partners launched on an Innovative solution during April: Polaris Chicago Public Library…

ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition: Chicago, June 22-27

May 4, 2017

Visit us at Booth #4417 at the 2017 American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference & Exhibition in Chicago, June 22-27.

Innovative Provides Top Choice Solution for John B. Coleman Library at Prairie…

May 4, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce that John…

Congrats to John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award Winners

May 2, 2017

Just like the man for whom this award is named, these libraries have made excellent strides toward bringing communities together—something…

New Star Item Feature in Mobile Worklists Release 2.4 Enables Flexible Library…

April 27, 2017

Mobile Worklists is a native mobile app running on iOS that makes day-to-day material handling tasks more efficient for library…

Innovative Expands Library Staff Workflow Options with Mobile Worklists Release 2.4

April 26, 2017

New star feature provides flexibility in daily library operations Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that…

Case Study: University of Essex Turns to Open, Cloud-based Sierra to Streamline…

April 20, 2017

The University of Essex has been an Innovative library partner since 1995, to help fulfill their founding vision of “a…

Case Study: Encore Duet Delivers Robust Article Delivery and Real-time Integration

April 20, 2017

The University of Warwick is globally recognised for the quality and impact of their research and commitment to student success. …

The Public Libraries of Erie County Consortium Selects Innovative to Expand Member…

April 13, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce the Public…

Innovative Libraries Go Live in March

April 10, 2017

We're pleased to announce that seven library partners launched on an Innovative system during March and eight library partners joined…

United Kingdom Serials Group 40th Annual Conference and Exhibition

April 6, 2017

Visit Innovative stand # 72 & 73 at this major trade exhibition held in Harrogate Convention Centre, April 10-12.

McMaster University Library System Selects Innovative for Next-Generation Solution

April 4, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce that the…

Innovative Users Group Commences 25th Annual Conference

April 3, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, today announces the kickoff of IUG…

Eastern Shore Regional Library Selects Polaris for New Maryland Consortium, Making Innovative…

March 30, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce the Eastern…

How the Sierra APIs Gave Us Seven Days Back

March 29, 2017

One of the strategic goals at The Ferguson Library in Stamford, Connecticut is to constantly add new patrons to active…

Innovative Achieves ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems Certification

March 29, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce it has…

Makerspace Movement Takes Hold at University of La Verne

March 27, 2017

It all started in the physics lab on a university campus. A 3D printer that had outlived its purpose was…

Innovative Improves Electronic Resource Management for Libraries with Expanded Consortium and Search…

March 24, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has launched Innovative Knowledge Base Release…

Why Enterprise Class Software Development Matters in a Changing Library World

March 20, 2017

In 2016, Innovative articulated a strategy to become an enterprise class library solutions company. To maintain momentum from the past…

Innovative Selects Amazon Web Services as Cloud Provider

February 28, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, today announced the selection of Amazon…

Chicago Public Library Selects Polaris, Joining the Growing List of Influential Urban…

February 23, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce the Chicago…

New Programs for the Future of Public Libraries

February 13, 2017

Out of all the audiences public libraries serve, which ones have been most impacted by technology changes? Which ones will…

Introduction to Sierra SQL Workshop

February 12, 2017

Held on March 14, this beginners workshop will give you the tools you need to start working with your Sierra…

IUG 2017 Annual Conference

February 12, 2017

Starting April 3, Innovative users from around the globe will gather in National Harbor, MD to learn best practices, hear…

Innovative Expands Search Functionality for Highly Specific Results with Encore Release 4.6

February 10, 2017

Facets now include multiple-selection values for each criteria, and Encore Duet features publication finder integration Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading…

Case Study: Malmo City Library (Sweden) – Giving Children a Voice

January 31, 2017

Children’s early encounters with the library are critical first steps to lifelong learning and often influential in keeping them coming…

Case Study: Marmot – Utilizing Sierra APIs to Speed and Streamline Discovery

January 31, 2017

Marmot Library Network, with 24 member libraries, hosts Innovative’s Sierra Library Services Platform (LSP) for its members, maintains a union…

Case Study: Tulsa City-County Library – Smart Selection

January 31, 2017

Smart Selection The many adventures of Wild West Sheriff Walt Longmire, as created by author Craig Allen Johnson, are in…

Case Study: London Public Library – Where Events Are A Smash Hit

January 31, 2017

Where Events Are A Smash Hit Today’s libraries are about more than just trusted information; they are dynamic places that…

Case Study: Brooklyn Public Library – Outreach Success from “Hello” to “Hello,…

January 31, 2017

The success of a library can be measured via traditional output tracking such as circulation statistics, program attendance, reference questions,…

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January 26, 2017

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TALKINGTECH and Innovative Partner to Deliver Modern Communications Solutions for Library Patrons

January 25, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of integrated library systems (ILS) that empowers libraries globally, has partnered with TALKINGTECH to enhance the…

Innovative Delivers New APIs and Operational Efficiencies in Sierra Release 3.0

January 20, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has launched Sierra Release 3.0 to…

Case Study: Chemical Heritage Foundation – Bringing a Special Collection Alive on…

January 20, 2017

The Chemical Heritage Foundation (CHF) in Philadelphia dedicates its energies to educating the public about the history of the chemical…

Video: The Sierra Story

January 19, 2017

Video: MyLibrary! Tour

January 19, 2017

Connect users to all their library resources anywhere, at any time. My Library! gives them a complete and connected experience…

Innovative Increases Staff Productivity with Automated Report Scheduling in Decision Center Release…

January 19, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has launched Decision Center Release 1.2…

Innovative Wins Platinum, Gold, and Silver in 2017 Modern Library Awards

January 13, 2017

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce three products…

Case Study: UC Hastings Law Library Speeds and Simplifies Collection Overhauls

January 6, 2017

Librarians at the Law Library at the University of California Hastings College of the Law (UC Hastings Law Library) faced…

Case Study: MOBIUS Provides Equal Access Throughout Missouri

January 6, 2017

MOBIUS, a Missouri-based library consortium that includes 75 academic, public, and special libraries, is dedicated to providing equal access to…

Case Study: Davenport Public Library Exceeds Expectations with Polaris Leap

January 6, 2017

Davenport Public Library (DPL) in Iowa serves a population of over 100,000 and its librarians make every effort to reach…

Case Study: Central Connecticut University Focuses on Service

January 6, 2017

Elihu Burritt Library at Central Connecticut State University has a 680,000-volume collection and serves over 12,000 students. In 1989, library…

Innovative Offers Libraries New Ways to Engage Patrons with MyLibrary! Release 2.0

January 4, 2017

Android availability increases patron usability for the native mobile app globally Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation…

Innovative Enhances Patron Discovery Experience and Staff Workflow Efficiencies with Polaris Release…

December 19, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has launched Polaris Release 5.2 to…

Innovative Delivers Native Android Version of MyLibrary!

December 5, 2016

Collaboration with library partners leads to successful development and testing of patron mobile app Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider…

Innovative Empowers Library Staff with More Efficient Digital Asset Management Tools in…

November 30, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of integrated library systems (ILS) that empowers libraries globally, has launched Vital Release 7.1 to streamline staff…

Innovative Introduces New APIs and Broad Functionality Enhancements in Sierra Release 2.4

October 12, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of integrated library systems (ILS) that empowers libraries globally, has launched Sierra Release 2.4…

Innovative Increases Staff Productivity with the Launch of Mobile Worklists Release 2.2

October 4, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has launched Mobile Worklists Release 2.2…

Innovative Adopts International Image Interoperability Framework for Enhanced Delivery of Digital Images…

September 29, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has announced the adoption of a…

Innovative Demonstrates Success in the United Kingdom as Academic Libraries Continue to…

September 15, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce two more…

Innovative Launches Knowledge Base Release 1.0 for Electronic Content Lifecycle Management

September 8, 2016

Open global knowledge base enhances collection management, offers greater insight into academic content subscriptions Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider…

Innovative Improves Staff Efficiencies with Sierra Release 2.3

August 29, 2016

Complete staff capabilities in Sierra web application and expanded APIs improve library workflows Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of…

Innovative Digital Asset Management Solution Gains Momentum with Two More Vital Selections

August 25, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, builds international momentum with two more…

Innovative Digital Asset Management Solution Gains Momentum with Two More Vital Selections

August 25, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, builds international momentum with two more…

University of London Senate House Libraries Select the Sierra & Encore Duet…

August 15, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is pleased to announce the University…

Four Millennium Academic Libraries in Ohio Select Sierra

August 12, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has brought four more academic libraries…

Innovative Expands International Footprint with New Competency Center in Australia

August 10, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce the company…

Talis and Innovative Partner to Deliver Best-in-Class Solutions for Academic Libraries

August 8, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, has partnered with Talis to enhance…

Two Millennium Libraries Upgrade to the Innovative Sierra Solution

August 3, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, continues to see Millennium libraries adopt…

SPLASH Consortium Joins LINK+ Resource Sharing Network to Strengthen Community Access to…

July 26, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, the leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is proud to announce the Solano…

Four Innovative Library Partners Go Live on Sierra

July 21, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, the leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is delighted to announce that four…

Launch of INN-Reach Release 3.0 Sets the Stage for Seamless Integration Among…

July 20, 2016

Polaris resource sharing integration complete, APIs forthcoming for non-Innovative library partners Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation…

Innovative Facilitates More Effective Material Handling with Mobile Worklists Release 2.1

June 29, 2016

Mobile application features new item record details and list sort criteria Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation…

University West in Sweden Selects Sierra to Enhance Student Discovery Experience

June 21, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, today announced a new partnership with…

Innovative Automates Library Acquisitions Workflow with GOBI Integration from YBP Library Services

June 13, 2016

Powerful RESTful APIs result in significant savings in time and resources, with GOBI orders automatically created in Sierra Emeryville, CA—Innovative…

Launch of Sierra at Umm Al-Qura University Demonstrates Continued Success in Saudi…

June 9, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, demonstrates continued success in Saudi Arabia…

MyLibrary! Release 1.2 Empowers Patrons with Better Mobile Access

June 7, 2016

Enhanced mobile offering delivers increased convenience for library end-users and analytics for library staff Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider…

Innovative Introduces Major New Features in Sierra Release 2.2

May 12, 2016

Sierra delivers full suite of circulation capabilities in a web browser and next-generation list functionality Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading…

Vital Release 6.4 Streamlines Implementation of Digital Asset Management and Institutional Repositories

May 9, 2016

New features offer seamless online search experience for library staff, faculty, and end-users Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of…

The University of Warwick Selects the Sierra Library Services Platform

May 4, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, is delighted to announce that the…

New Developments in Polaris Release 5.1 Present Greater Opportunities for Discovery

April 7, 2016

Resource sharing, search suggestions, reporting filters, and Leap circulation requests lead major version enhancements Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider…

Innovative Solutions Transform Library Business Processes

March 30, 2016

Mobile solutions redefine how libraries cultivate and inspire communities Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that…

The Innovative Knowledge Base Release 1.0 Extends Range and Quality of Library…

March 17, 2016

Robust knowledge base with real-time updates supports integrated resource management across content lifecycle Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of…

Innovative Advocates for Library Visibility on Semantic Web with Launch of Innovative…

March 16, 2016

Library collections and locations to appear in search engine results Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software…

Innovative Users Group Commences 24th Annual Conference with Notable Boost in Attendance

March 16, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, today announces the kickoff of IUG2016, the…

Millennium Release 2014 SP2 Updates Now Live

March 15, 2016

Release updates span all major modules and international needs Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that…

Innovative Announces Beta Testing for Polaris to INN-Reach Now in Progress

March 15, 2016

APIs offer a seamless, unified experience for resource sharing among Innovative library partners Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of…

Millennium Release 2014 SP2 Updates Now Live

March 15, 2016

Release updates span all major modules and international needs Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that…

Innovative Cloud Platform Transforms Library Workflows and Patron Experiences

March 14, 2016

Cloud-based solutions built on the Innovative Open Library Stack satisfy the library’s growing need for sustainable, collaborative, and personalized solutions…

Innovative Enhances the Library User Experience with MyLibrary! Release 1.1

March 10, 2016

Leading-edge mobile application designed for library users on-the-go Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers…

Innovative Streamlines Material Handling with Mobile Worklists Release 2.0

March 3, 2016

New features enhance list-making and sharing capabilities Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries…

Innovative Unveils Encore Release 4.5 with a Continued Focus on Open Discovery

February 23, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative Interfaces, a leading provider of library automation software that empowers libraries globally, unveils Encore Release 4.5 with new…

Innovative Delivers Powerful New Features in Sierra Release 2.1

February 11, 2016

More than 2,000 library locations across more than 16 countries are live on latest release of the Sierra Library Services…

James Tallman Named Chief Executive Officer

January 29, 2016

Emeryville, CA—Innovative announced today that Mr. James Tallman will join the executive ranks of Innovative Interfaces as Chief Executive Officer.…

SkyRiver Database Now Exceeds 60 Million Records

January 5, 2016

Emeryville, CA—SkyRiver, Innovative’s cataloging utility product, is growing faster than ever and now tops 60 million full, unique records. The…

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