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It's obviously been a busy winter thus far for III libraries as we adjust to things. For those who haven't heard - III was acquired by Ex Libris in mid-December. The purchase was finalized last month. Here is the press release: <a href="https://www.libraryjournal.com/?detailStory=Ex-Libris-Acquires-Innovative-Interfaces" id="LPlnk835956">https://www.libraryjournal.com/?detailStory=Ex-Libris-Acquires-Innovative-Interfaces</a></div>
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III has said that all in-market products will continue to be developed and supported. However, the next-gen Inspire products are not. The development done on them thus far will be moved to the Summon (ProQuest's discovery layer) product. </div>
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III and Ex Libris recently did a webinar on the product future that they see at this time. If you'd like to view it, please let me know and I will send you the URL.</div>
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Finally, don't forget that we meet at 6pm (local time) in Salon F on Thursday, February 27. Please bring any comments/questions, etc.</div>
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