Endeca Launch Timeline

I wanted to update you with a slight change that I've received for the Endeca launch timelines that I'd announced at today's Reference Services meeting.
As discussed, on Monday November 3, the Endeca interface will move from development to production (eg, the interface will be stable and fully functional).

However, from November 3 until January 5, Endeca will continue to be offered as a second alternative on the library homepages; the SIRSI catalogue interface will continue to be the default catalogue.
On Monday January 5, the default catalogue interface will be switched from SIRSI to Endeca; SIRSI will become the secondary alternative. We hope that by timing the transition for the start of the second term, it will be smoother for both users and staff.

As always, please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I'll continue to keep you posted, and we'll update those dates on the home page as appropriate!

Thanks, Sian Meikle
08/10/2008