In an expansion of its strategic alliance with Comprise Technologies,
Inc., 3M Library Systems now offers its customers Comprise’s
Smart Money Manager software, it was announced here today at the
American Library Association’s annual
conference, held at the Anaheim Convention Center (booth 2240).
Early in 2007, 3M began offering Comprise Technologies’
popular point-of-sale program, Smart Access Manager (SAM), which allows
staff members to access data, record payments, and perform a broad range
of other functions, all from their own desks.
"Adding Smart Money Manager to our product
line addresses the expanding needs of large and mid-sized library
systems with multiple transaction points,”
says Rory Yanchek, business manager, 3M Library Systems. "Many
users of SAM will find that Smart Money Manager further enhances the
productivity gains achieved through transaction management solutions.”
Dan Curtin, president of Comprise Technologies, says the move "creates
an exciting opportunity to further expand our mutual customer base. The
demand for enhanced productivity through automation is growing within
library systems, and we are helping them realize the full benefits of
their investments in technology.”
Smart Money Manager is the only fully-integrated point-of-sale program,
designed specifically for the library environment, to manage
circulation-related financial transactions. Recognizing the customer’s
library card account, it links with the leading integrated library
systems to check, display and clear fines and fees, DVD rentals and
other library charges. It eliminates dual entry, reduces errors and
produces audit-quality reports, in summary or detail.
Smart Money Manager can function alone or tie in with SAM, and is
available as a software-only solution or with a complete line of
point-of-sale hardware.
A global leader in library innovation for more than 35 years, 3M Library
Systems provides security, productivity and information management
solutions that harness technology to enable a more human library,
freeing librarians to spend more time doing what they do best –
helping people. 3M also partners with libraries to support their
technological advancement and ensure their success through numerous
industry sponsorships and programs. For more information about the 3M
Library Systems, visit http://www.3M.com/library.
3M provides comprehensive, practical and easy to use solutions for
customers in diverse markets, including health care, safety and
security, aerospace and government, oil and gas, process industries,
supply chain, construction and utilities, libraries and legal. Utilizing
RFID, GPS and RTLS technologies, our asset management, protection, and
utilization solutions enable customers to reliably and accurately manage
high-value assets. Unlike similar offerings, based on components rather
than complete solutions, 3M Systems are designed with full
implementation in mind, deploying the right solution, with the right
technology, suited for the customer. For more information, go to www.3Mtrackandtrace.com.
About 3M
A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands
of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M’s
core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms –
often in combination – to a wide array of
customer needs. With $24 billion in sales, 3M employs 75,000 people
worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries.
About Comprise Technologies
Comprise develops and commercializes software and related technology
products for the library market. Its flagship product, SAM, is the
leading public-PC access management solution chosen by thousands of
libraries throughout North America. Its Smart Money Manager is the only
point-of-sale product available for transactions unique to a library
environment that can integrate with every major ILS automation product.
Comprise products empower libraries to improve customer service and
liberate librarians from time-consuming manual tasks. Comprise
Technologies, Inc., 1041 Route 36, Navesink, NJ 07716; 800-854-6822; www.comprisetechnologies.com Smart Access Management and SAM are trademarks of Comprise
Technologies, Inc.
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