π Building for the Future
The project continues to move through the Build phase and remains on track. The college libraries are continuing to test functionality and adjust their Alma and Primo configurations in preparation for Go Live. OCLS is completing data clean up projects in preparation for new data extracts being pulled for the final data migration and managing e-resource testing.
We wrapped up our Alma Workshop at the beginning of March with extensive training on technical and patron services. All recordings and presentations are available on the CLSP Confluence site for those who could not attend.
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BOLT CLSP Working Group?
β Project Update
Colleges have mainly completed data testing and moved on to defining their configurations. They have also started customizing the look and feel of Primo, our discovery layer. Ex Libris, the PMO and OCLS are creating extensive plans to ensure the cutover period from one system to another goes as smoothly as possible. Colleges will be preparing their data extract preference and completing a survey over the next few weeks to ensure their data is migrated correctly and all their learning in the test environments is put to good use.
CLSP Branding Project
The CLSP Branding project has just had its third presentation on name options, with visual elements included for the first time. The exciting options will be distributed to those on our branding mailing list with a survey to provide feedback. A decision for the new name for the CLSP will be made soon!
New Milestones Completed
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Future Milestones
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π‘ CLSP Implementation Basics
For those of you that arenβt familiar with all things CLSP, Alma & Primo, here are some basics!
Project Overview
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Important Acronyms/Ex Libris TermsCutover: The period where Ex Libris migrates final data from libraries' current ILS to Alma and creates the live environment. This period involves a freeze on acquisitions and circulation. |
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π Useful Resources
As libraries plan training for their library staff, key employees, and users, the CLSP Training, Communications, and PR Subcommittee has been working on a basic Alma & Primo Guide as a starting point.
The CLSP Alma & Primo Guide is:
Is designed for library staff who have not been directly involved in the CLSP Implementation.
Will exist beyond the CLSP Implementation Project and serve as a living reference tool post Go Live.
Includes:
Basics page for basic information on Alma, Primo and the CLSP Project
Transition to Alma section for training resources - links to short videos and documentation
An expanded version of this Guide is coming soon, so stay tuned!
OCLS Service Update
OCLS has brought its first service proposal to the E-resources/Acquisitions Subcommittee for feedback and has several others on the way.
Since EDS is up for renewal, OCLS has been working closely with them to come up with a solution that will help smoothen the transition from EDS to Alma. There are two six-month terms within the offer to create flexibility and complementary resources are still included. Details have been provided to the colleges with a response date of May 6.
π Fun Stuff
We recently had an e-Resources Subcommittee working meeting where several colleges and OCLS worked together to test e-resources and help each other troubleshoot issues as a team. Another team member has created a LibGuide to help others with customizing the look and feel of Primo and integration issues. The collaborative spirit is already alive and well in the CLSP!