This document provides an overview of the Follett Destiny library automation system. It discusses Follett Corporation's history as a 140-year old company focused on making it easier for schools to operate. Follett Destiny is highlighted as a complete, mobile-accessible library management system that integrates cataloging, digital resources, and reporting tools. Both its strengths like customizable searches and tutorials, and weaknesses like occasional website slowness are outlined. The recommendation is that Follett Destiny is excellent for schools seeking mobile capabilities, quick user-friendly formats, and an all-in-one integrated system.
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1. Follett Destiny
By Monica Donaldson, Narda Lugo, and Kaylin Chaudron
“Ignite the flame of knowledge.”
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3. History of the Follett Corporation
The Follett Corporation has been in business for over 140 years.
Their goal is to make it easier for schools to run, teachers to teach, and students to
learn.
World's largest single source of books, entertainment products, digital content and
multi-media for libraries, schools and retailers
Focus on e-commerce, digital sources, and text rentals
4. A Family Business
Originally founded by Charles Barnes until C.W. Follett joined the company in 1901
In 1912, C.W. Follett became the vice president of the company
In 1923, the company was purchased by C.W. Follett and became under the
management of his three sons
5. Why Follett - Strong Points
A complete library management system that can be accessed from anywhere, 24/7,
helping to strengthen the crucial bond between the library, the classroom, and
home.
You have the ability to put on holds, add notes to books or student screens, and
check copy availability at other schools.
Patrons will access a wealth of information from one location.
Cataloging is quick and user friendly.
Destiny Catalog, Catalist Digital, and Follett Shelf are one integrated in one
program.
6. Why Follett - Strong Points
Report generator and dashboard provide useful information for students and
librarians.
Titlewise provides a complete library overview of current library, areas of need, and
reading level analysis.
Supports Accelerated Reader
Students can share books and blogs about their book choices.
Students can upload their own pictures and link them to their catalog.
Destiny is mobile and can be accessed through any mobile device
7. Why Follett - Strong Points
Tutorials are easy to access.
Follett Learning Tutorials
8. Weakness
The website can be slow to upload at times.
Sometimes the advanced search can be unforgiving with the misspelling of words.
The searches can be too advanced for some users.
Students with no past computer experience may find it difficult to use Follett
Destiny System.
Difficult in the process of building reports.
Many features are add-ons and very expensive.
At times the check in process can be flawed.
9. Unique Attributes
Different formats-basic and advanced searches as well as visuals accessibility.
Delivers credible & safe and useful relevant web searches by utilizing Webpath
Express visual interface for searching.
Web browser compatible
Visibility of collection availability
Integrated Follet Shelf and Follett Enlight for access to all print and digital resources
including eBooks & audiobooks.
Mobile app available.
10. Final Recommendation
Follett Destiny is an excellent choice if you are looking for the following qualities in an
automation system.
Mobile capabilities for users on-the-go.
Quick, user friendly format with many student capabilities.
A complete, all-in-one system with several programs integrated as well.
Easy-to-access online tutorials for users.
According to Capterra.com, Follett Destiny has received the following user ratings:
11. Follett Destiny
is a trusted
company with a
trusted
reputation.
Only you can decide if this is the
perfect fit for your library!