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    LibraryWorld

    N/AN/ALibraryWorld headquartered in San Jose offers a suite of library automation modules that enable users to manage one or more libraries using any standard Web browser. Whether it's full patron access, serials tracking, inventory, or security, the vendor states users will be impressed with the great return on investment this service provides. Each library subscription is free for up to 30 days. After which time, the user can purchase a standard subscription for $425 per year.

    $495

    per month

    Polaris ILS

    Score5 out of 10
    N/AInnovative Interfaces headquartered in Emeryville offers Polaris ILS, a library management system.N/A
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    LibraryWorldPolaris ILS
    Editions & Modules
    LibraryWorld
    $495
    annual subscription
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    LibraryWorldPolaris ILS
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    User Ratings
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    User Testimonials
    LibraryWorldPolaris ILS
    Likelihood to Recommend
    LibraryWorld, Inc
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    Clarivate
    Appropriate for public libraries but I don’t think a small school library would need it
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    Pros
    LibraryWorld, Inc
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    Clarivate
    • Integrates with other platforms
    • User friendly
    • Used by other libraries
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    Cons
    LibraryWorld, Inc
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    Clarivate
    • In my opinion, poor customer service
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    Usability
    LibraryWorld, Inc
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    Clarivate
    It is user friendly to a degree but, in my experience, a lot you have to use online resources to figure out
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    Alternatives Considered
    LibraryWorld, Inc
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    Clarivate
    I think Polaris ILS is more suited for larger libraries; in my opinion, Destiny is simple enough for a small school library.
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    Return on Investment
    LibraryWorld, Inc
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    Clarivate
    • Helps us catalog quickly
    • Helps us monitor patrons fines
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