The automation of the University library of Saint-Etienne

The University library of Saint-Etienne has got computerised in 1991/1992, cooperating in the network BRISE (Library in computerised network in Saint-Etienne). That network groups various-sized and types libraries, anxious to work together so that they could offer a better service to their users. This network has grown around the public library and uses GLIS 9 000 system from GEAC company. The University library has got 17 terminals, among which 3 microcomputers, 1 system consol, 3 printers... The modules of the system have been parameterized in common by all the partners. The catalogue file is in UNIMARC : the fact that most of the entries come from the National library, gives him its coherence. The BRISE network is original and its functioning satisfies users as well as participating libraries.
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