Catalogers, tech services staff/managers, ILS administrators and the cataloging curious: join us to discuss the wonders of cataloging in Sierra. Tips, tricks, hacks, problems, questions, and ideas are all welcome!
Technical Services Manager, L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Hi! I've been a cataloger for over 20 years in both public and academic libraries. I'm passionate about making our catalogs work for our patrons and while this may mean something different at each institution, I strongly believe the end product should be useful!
Overview: Library technical services departments face ongoing challenges, including staffing shortages and budget constraints. This program offers a forum-style discussion where everyone can share issues and brainstorm solutions together. Format: Moderator case studies to spark conversation Open forum for attendees to present their own challenges Peer exchange of strategies and best practices Outcomes: Practical, peer-informed solutions to common problems Stronger professional connections A foundation for continued collaboration Bring business cards to exchange and expand your professional network with colleagues tackling similar challenges.
Director of Collections Management, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Ms. Glazier is the Director of Collections Management at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and has worked in libraries for over twenty-five years. She has worked in both public and academic libraries with the majority of her work focusing on the traditional areas of technical... Read More →
Tuesday April 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT Houston
Have you been given cataloging duties? Not sure where to start? Does reading the rules feel like a Choose Your Own Adventure book? In part 1, we'll start at the beginning with some cataloging history and theory, including a discussion of cataloger's judgment, and a high-level look at some 'rules.' Part 2 will then look at applying what we talk about here.
Technical Services Manager, L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Hi! I've been a cataloger for over 20 years in both public and academic libraries. I'm passionate about making our catalogs work for our patrons and while this may mean something different at each institution, I strongly believe the end product should be useful!
Have you been given cataloging duties? Not sure where to start? Does reading the rules feel like a Choose Your Own Adventure? In part 1 we dived into cataloging history & theory. Now, in part 2 we look at applying what we talked about, including a closer look at common MARC fields, thinking about when to 'break the rules,' and ideas on how to best serve your users.
Technical Services Manager, L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Hi! I've been a cataloger for over 20 years in both public and academic libraries. I'm passionate about making our catalogs work for our patrons and while this may mean something different at each institution, I strongly believe the end product should be useful!
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Taylor Fisher is a Senior Product Manager at Clarivate. Taylor is one of many product team leaders responsible for delivering library specific solutions that provide intuitive and exciting library experiences to patrons, staff and donors. Her primary focus is on Vega Promote and Ve... Read More →
Wednesday April 15, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT Houston
Over the past several years, our consortium has focused on making our shared system more consistent and easy to manage. By aligning settings and simplifying configuration across member libraries, we've reduced complexity, improved data quality, and made the system more intuitive for both staff and patrons. Areas of focus were: Reducing and standardizing collection codes Establishing standard loan periods Moving to automatic renewals consortium-wide Implementing a two-month or less embargo period for new items Reducing patron codes and expanding use of statistical class codes Consolidating fine codes for libraries still using them We'll discuss how these changes were proposed, evaluated, and implemented across diverse member libraries, along with the challenges, lessons learned, and benefits realized. Attendees will gain insights into how standardization can enhance efficiency, improve reporting, and deliver a more consistent patron experience.
