# IUG Conference 2018 **URL:** https://forum.innovativeusers.org/c/conferences-events/iug-conference-2018/17.md [Latest](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/tags.md) --- ## [Documentation Forum 2018](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/documentation-forum-2018/188)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:37pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/documentation-forum-2018/188 "2022-09-10T21:37:44Z")
Documentation Forum is an opportunity to let III know how important quality documentation is to us, and give them suggestions for how we would like to see it improved. A representative from Innovative will be in attendan… --- ## [Getting Started with Project Management](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/getting-started-with-project-management/187)
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Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, Critical Path, In-Scope, Deliverables, triple constraints. Ugh. Project Management (PM) is part of our working lives. But what does it all mean? In this crash session you will learn enough about … --- ## [Access Data Hacks](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/access-data-hacks/186)
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What do you do with data? Results from standardized reports or a SQL query, always need reworking. Learn how to transform and re-present data for your staff, colleges, or patrons with MS Access – have it do the math for … --- ## [Manifesting Polaris: Streamlining Courier with Polaris and Open Source](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/manifesting-polaris-streamlining-courier-with-polaris-and-open-source/185)
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For all libraries, shipping items from branch is time and labor intensive, especially when you need to process each item individually. Larger libraries shipping thousands of items per day use central service facilities w… --- ## [Intro to Decision Center](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/intro-to-decision-center/184)
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If you are new to Decision Center or would just like to see how a consortium uses it, come and learn about the choices in set-up, the different types of reports and examples of some of our favorite reports for interest, … --- ## [Merging Libraries -Franklin and Urbana](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/merging-libraries-franklin-and-urbana/183)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:33pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/merging-libraries-franklin-and-urbana/183 "2022-09-10T21:33:32Z")
In summer 2014, Franklin University acquired Urbana University. For the next three years, the university libraries operated separately, while other departments across our campuses became shared services. In 2017, the dec… --- ## [Three Weird Tricks for Managing Data](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/three-weird-tricks-for-managing-data/182)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:32pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/three-weird-tricks-for-managing-data/182 "2022-09-10T21:32:51Z")
At Marmot we have developed three cool tricks for solving various data problems: 1. Add a note in every MARC record saying which load profile loaded it or overlaid it and when. 2. How to use a bar code scanner to add ite… --- ## [BYOP for Polaris Systems](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/byop-for-polaris-systems/181)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:31pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/byop-for-polaris-systems/181 "2022-09-10T21:31:58Z")
Bring Your Own Presentation to share with other Polaris system administrators. This session will allow Polaris System Administrators to share interesting projects that have been implemented in their libraries. Example pr… --- ## [Reaching More Readers with ChiliPAC/Encore Lists & Shelves](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/reaching-more-readers-with-chilipac-encore-lists-shelves/180)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:31pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/reaching-more-readers-with-chilipac-encore-lists-shelves/180 "2022-09-10T21:31:18Z")
Brooklyn Public Library’s migration to Encore in fall 2017 included a partnership with ChiliFresh to build catalog-enhanced features to connect with more readers. Learn the possibilities for bringing this interactive lis… --- ## [Starting Serials in Sierra](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/starting-serials-in-sierra/179)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:30pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/starting-serials-in-sierra/179 "2022-09-10T21:30:39Z")
New to Serials in Sierra, or just need a refresher? This presentation will cover Settings and Options for Serials, templates for checkin cards and item records, creating a checkin card including dealing with unusual freq… --- ## [Cataloging and Authorities Forum](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/cataloging-and-authorities-forum/178)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:24pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/cataloging-and-authorities-forum/178 "2022-09-10T21:24:34Z")
This Forum is for those working in cataloging and authority control in all types of libraries. Join us to share information, ideas, tips and tricks, challenges, and best practices. Innovative staff will be on hand to ans… --- ## [Certifiable Catalogers](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/certifiable-catalogers/177)
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In an effort to improve overall quality of the database MORE consortium staff embarked on a new protocol giving libraries 4 options for their cataloging needs. One of them is having at least one person on their staff cer… --- ## [Millennium and Sierra System Administrators Forum](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/millennium-and-sierra-system-administrators-forum/176)
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Bring your questions and ideas to a group of your fellow Administrators and Innovative Staff. Someone has probably seen your issue or you have solved a problem that will benefit others. This Forum is meant to share ideas… --- ## [Changing the Rules: From Owning to Lending Library Circulation Rules](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/changing-the-rules-from-owning-to-lending-library-circulation-rules/175)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:22pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/changing-the-rules-from-owning-to-lending-library-circulation-rules/175 "2022-09-10T21:22:04Z")
In the fall of 2017 the MORE consortium voted to change whose loan rules were used when library materials are checked out. Leaving behind the 18 years of owning library rules we started the process of changing to lending… --- ## [Surviving Migration to Hosted](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/surviving-migration-to-hosted/174)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:19pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/surviving-migration-to-hosted/174 "2022-09-10T21:19:55Z")
In 2016, Rodman Public Library opened its server to Louisville Public Library and became a consortium. The Sierra turnkey server was nearing end-of-life and the decision had been made that the consortium would move to ho… --- ## [Making Encore and the WebPac Meet Your INN-Reach Needs](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/making-encore-and-the-webpac-meet-your-inn-reach-needs/173)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:19pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/making-encore-and-the-webpac-meet-your-inn-reach-needs/173 "2022-09-10T21:19:06Z")
Are your patrons frustrated by the functional limitations of your INN-Reach system? Are you looking to get more out of the WebPac or Encore interface? Over the years, MCLS staff have modified the public interfaces for th… --- ## [Data Gone Bad---Finding Inaccurate Data and Cleaning It Up Before It Becomes a Problem](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/data-gone-bad-finding-inaccurate-data-and-cleaning-it-up-before-it-becomes-a-problem/172)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:18pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/data-gone-bad-finding-inaccurate-data-and-cleaning-it-up-before-it-becomes-a-problem/172 "2022-09-10T21:18:17Z")
Data errors happen and may often go unnoticed until they cause a problem. This presentation will cover the many data reports we run to find bad data and correct it as soon as possible. Most of our reports either look for… --- ## [Customizing the Collection to Enhance the Customer Experience](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/customizing-the-collection-to-enhance-the-customer-experience/171)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 9:17pm UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/customizing-the-collection-to-enhance-the-customer-experience/171 "2022-09-10T21:17:39Z")
Program Description The presentation will highlight the different ways the Springfield-Greene County Library has customized and arranged the collection to enhance the customer experience. The presentation includes expla… --- ## [Training Tips and Tools of the Trade 2018](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/training-tips-and-tools-of-the-trade-2018/170)
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Program Description This session presented training tips used to train staff on Sierra, Encore and Webpac. Catalog and circulation classes are included in mandatory training required of new employees. Also offered are a… --- ## [The A-Team, the Brute Squad, and What We Learned in the Great Sierra Outage of 2016 - M/S](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/the-a-team-the-brute-squad-and-what-we-learned-in-the-great-sierra-outage-of-2016-m-s/162)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 4:18am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/the-a-team-the-brute-squad-and-what-we-learned-in-the-great-sierra-outage-of-2016-m-s/162 "2022-09-09T04:18:52Z")
Program Description Mention the phrase “Offline Circulation” to frontline staff, and you can see the fear begin to glaze in their eyes. Add some clear and specific directions, along with a bit of humor, and things get a… --- ## [Leap: Stories from the Trenches](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/leap-stories-from-the-trenches/161)
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Program Description Want to know more about how Leap is being used in public libraries? Come find out what some early-adopter systems have learned. A panel of presenters will talk about how each of our library systems i… --- ## [Promote Your Collections and Events through Polaris Email Notices](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/promote-your-collections-and-events-through-polaris-email-notices/160)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 4:17am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/promote-your-collections-and-events-through-polaris-email-notices/160 "2022-09-09T04:17:21Z")
Program Description Chicago Public Library sends out thousands of email notices per day, and staff wondered how patrons would respond to using these notices to promote the library’s collections and events. Paul Keith, t… --- ## [Getting the Most out of the IUG Web Site and Forum](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/getting-the-most-out-of-the-iug-web-site-and-forum/159)
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Program Description Come and join us as we go over the features of the IUG web site and the IUG forum. The web site is a great source of information: We’ll talk about things like presentations from previous conferences,… --- ## [A Gentle Introduction to Sierra SQL](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/a-gentle-introduction-to-sierra-sql/158)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 4:16am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/a-gentle-introduction-to-sierra-sql/158 "2022-09-09T04:16:16Z")
Program Description: Take your reporting skills to the next level with SQL and the Sierra DNA. We’ll talk about how to get set up and logged into pgAdmin, then we’ll talk about the views and how to find the data you wan… --- ## [Patron Privacy in Polaris, Sierra, and Millennium](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/patron-privacy-in-polaris-sierra-and-millennium/157)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 4:15am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/patron-privacy-in-polaris-sierra-and-millennium/157 "2022-09-09T04:15:45Z")
Program Description Learn about the settings in your systems that affect patron privacy, as well as the broader concepts behind them. We’ll talk about Polaris, Millennium, and Sierra, including things like reading histo… --- ## [Library Sidekicks: Training Student Employees as Peer Instructors](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/library-sidekicks-training-student-employees-as-peer-instructors/156)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 4:15am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/library-sidekicks-training-student-employees-as-peer-instructors/156 "2022-09-09T04:15:08Z")
Library Sidekicks: Training Student Employees as Peer Instructors How do you make strong information literacy specialists out of your student assistants? Let them teach! Let them teach through training, orientation, ref… --- ## [Library Data Analysis: Economy Class](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/library-data-analysis-economy-class/155)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 4:13am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/library-data-analysis-economy-class/155 "2022-09-09T04:13:52Z")
Two software tools, MarcExtract and OBLIque, are provided that allow users to extract acquisitions, cataloging and circulation data from their library’s MARC files, and to create a wide variety of reports from the inform… --- ## [First Time to an IUG Conference](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/first-time-to-an-iug-conference/154)
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If this is your first time to an IUG conference and you’d like an introduction to everything the conference has to offer, join the IUG Chair and the IUG Vice Chair for this conference overview. F04 4/24/2018 1:30-2:30 p… --- ## [The i-card: a library database card for every child](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/the-i-card-a-library-database-card-for-every-child/150)
**Author:** [@helpdesk](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/u/helpdesk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 2:25am UTC](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/the-i-card-a-library-database-card-for-every-child/150 "2022-09-09T02:25:25Z")
A description of the annual process we use at the Fayetteville Public Library to get a library card for online databases into the hands of every child in our direct service area. Q03 4/26/2018 1:30PM - 2:30PM Oceans 3 G… --- ## [Weeding the Archaic Collection](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/t/weeding-the-archaic-collection/149)
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Program Description Do you have stone tablets in your library? Are your shelves overflowing with old, mucky, pointless books or media you can’t play anymore? Do you not have any of the inventory modules, Decision Center… [Next page](https://forum.innovativeusers.org/c/conferences-events/iug-conference-2018/17.md?page=1)