Mission:
Connecting South Dakota's libraries
Vision:
SDLN is the framework through which member libraries connect with each other to optimize shared resources and services for their communities.
SDLN Today:
SDLN offers its member libraries automated systems enabling them to deliver creative library services in a cost effective manner. Currently SDLN:
- Offers members a common computer system (ILS)
- Facilitates resource sharing (ILL) among libraries
- Provides database access and support
- Coordinates a single point of technical support
- Features friendly, helpful, knowledgeable staff
- Develops training opportunities (From SDLN & other members)
- Allows economy of scale/low cost group purchasing
- Promotes member-driven governance
- Fosters multi-type cooperation including uniform services statewide encouraging lifelong literacy
- Provides special services email, web hosting, authentication, patron loads,
- Enables local customization, policies, control, websites
- Communicates directly with member libraries
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