KCMJ Consulting

KCMJ ConsultingKris Hecker Chris Mennel Matt Skaggs Joe Betz

1KCMJ Mission StatementThrough our unwavering commitment to quality, value and customer satisfaction; And utilizing the diverse knowledge base of our associates;KCMJ Consulting delivers individualized Information Technology solutions to each of our clients, using industry-standard best practices.KCMJ Consulting pledges to maintain a customer-focused organization that builds relationships on mutual trust and understanding.

What KCMJ will do for the DCPL KCMJ will establish an Integrated Library System with the following features:Searchable database of library inventory Simple management of items and patronsEasy checkout / check-in of materialsAccurate tracking of items for loanReporting on usage patterns and trendsBuilt-in budgeting and acquisition functions

What KCMJ will do for the DCPLBuild two websites:A private, staff-only site for secure file sharing and internal communication.A public site that will feature: Access to the library catalog.eBook delivery.A calendar promoting library and community events.Schedule of ongoing programs (book club, etc.)Contact information, Hours of operation, and more.What KCMJ will do for the DCPLBuild a network infrastructure:Install and configure redundant servers.Run cabling for the wired networks.Provide workstations and printers for staff and patrons.Connect to two separate, firewalled Internet feeds.

How will KCMJ do this? (Hardware)25 workstations for Patron use.Two Librarian workstations.One workstation with projector in the Community Meeting room.One Notebook computer with wi-fi connectivity.Two monochrome and one color laser printers.Two servers running Microsoft Server 2008.Filtered Internet access for all computers.A DVD player and LCD projector will be available for loan to patrons upon request.How will KCMJ do this? (Hardware)Why Koha?For your Patrons:Simple, clear Web interface.Customizable search and browse functions.Submit requests for books and materials online.Email notification for holds and overdue books.Shopping Cart for homebound patrons.

Why Koha?For your Librarians:Easy circulation and borrower management.Automated check-in / checkout and fines. Serials system for magazines or newspapersCataloging module with integrated Z39.50 client allows full cataloging from the LOC database with nothing more than a title.Label & Patron Card creator built in.

Why Koha? For Management:Circulation reports allow more intelligent acquisition and management of bibsPatron and Catalog reports allow you to track your growthTrack Patrons whove stopped checking out items.Track items that havent been checked out.Build you own reports with guided wizards.

Why Koha? For Management:Full acquisitions system including budgeting, pricing information, supplier management.Simple acquisitions system also available, if you prefer to budget manually.Ability to cope with any number of patrons, items, and records.

Why Koha? For Management:Open-source, free software.Many vendors for support and hosting.Standard Interchange Protocol (SIP2 ) compliant, for plug-in addition of self-check terminals.

Library Website Library administration and communicationTrack ongoing projectsRecord of accomplishments, projects, obstaclesWebsite ServicesQuickly Check Catalog AvailabilityReserve Library Materials eBook DeliveryLibrary Events CalendarMobile WebsiteDCPL Public Website

DCPL Search Results

Mobile SiteFastConvenientThe library is with your patrons wherever they go

Mobile SiteSearchReserve a BookDownload eBookseBooksOverdrive eBooks, Audiobooks, CDs, VideoThey provide a website to match yours in styleILS Integration and Seamless Check-OutSimple to useWorkstations

3.0GHz processor2 Gig RAM, upgradable to 4 GigWindows 7 Professional3 Year Basic Limited Warranty and 3 Year NBD On-Site ServiceGreat balance of performance and value

Dell Optiplex 760Monitor

20" widescreenHD+ resolutionASUS VH202T-PNotebookLightweight and durableSpill-resistant keyboard802.11n wifi built-inWindows 7 Professional

Thinkpad x100eServer

Excellent ReliabilityLeaves room to grow Server 2008 OS Industry standard Network OSAllows fine-grained control of users and attached computers

Dell PowerEdge R905B/W Printers

Up to 35 ppmRated for up to 50,000 pages per monthWindows 7 ready.HP LaserJet P2055dnColor Printer

Up to26 pages/minuteStunning color print quality using solid inksWindows 7 readyXerox Phaser 6280Access Point

Powerful wireless G routerHighly Rated for reliability

Bountiful BWRG 500Equipment for Loan

Portable DVD player9 inch built-in displayEasy to connect to TVVery durablePlays DVDs, CDs, mp3 discs on writeable media

Sony DVP-FX930Equipment for Loan

1024 x 768 ResolutionExtremely durable and portable Only 8 pounds3 year parts and service warranty Hitachi CP-X3010 Projector

Three Catalog Terminals These catalog-only terminals will be made from your old computers from the old library.

They will be placed in areas throughout the library so patrons can search for books without tying up a full patron workstation.

Software - Windows 7 Pro

The newest Microsoft OSStable and highly configurableAttractive interface Industry standard, so support will always be available

Software - KidPix

A drawing program that is easy to use and perfect for young patrons. Software - MS Office Basic

Includes Word and Excel Able to meet the basic needs of your patrons and staff.

Internet provided by two independent providers:Time Warner Cable Business Classtoast.net DSLProvides ample bandwidth for your needsTwo independent connections provides a back-up in case one link is temporarily down. Internet Service Providers Equinox is a company dedicated to hosting ILS systems.Their founders developed the Evergreen ILS for the PINES consortium in Georgia, when the Georgia Public Library Service couldnt find an ILS that met all their needs.Equinox hosts and supports both Evergreen and Koha ILS systems.Their SLA guarantees 100% uptime.

ILS Hosting - Equinox Software For ~ $3500 / year, Equinox will:Host and maintain your ILSHost your websitesMaintain your domain nameProvide an SSL certificate that allows secure, encrypted communication between your ILS and the DCPL, as well as for your patrons surfing at home.

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