Addition of Point-of-Sale Software to 3M's Existing Line of
Information Management Products Addresses Growing Needs of Larger
Libraries
ANAHEIM, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
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.
3M Public Relations
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