TARGET: GEN: Automating 2 school collections as one?

[Marcinko <marcinko@ticz.com>]

We are in the process of choosing an automation system for both of our
elem and jr-sr high libraries.  We are thinking of either Athena or
Sirs/Mandarin.  I am interested in comments of users as to satisfaction
and problems with the software and technical support.

        Also, we are trying to decide whether to purchase two copies and list
the collections separately on one server or purchase one license and
operate as one library collection in two locations.  Our buildings are
connected by the cafeteria and our networked servers are linked by
fiber.  We already borrow items from each other.  What problems with
inventory, etc. would be created by using one software copy?  Can we
have a union listing on either of these systems that would work without
creating headaches other ways?
        Has anyone done anything like this?
        We have about 725 students K-12 and about 20,000 titles between us.
        Thank you,
        Sarabeth Marcinko, Library Media Specialist
        Turkey Run Elementary
        Marshall, IN
        marcinko@ticz.com

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