Updates:
1. The E-Resources Team is measuring the slow response time and sharing results with Serials Solutions The problem appears to be worse at Columbia SS did some testing with their developers and expect a fix by the end of Oct. Susan and Jesse will do a webex recording of key tasks at 3 different times to share with SS. This will also serve as a performance benchmark.
2. Naun and Mark are sharing experience with WorldShare Collection Manager. They see potential in sharing specific queries and search strategy. No benefit is seen in record loading for each other.
3. Jesse and Robert discussed free resources in Serials Solutions.
4. Kate and Naun discussed the upcoming BIBFRAME training with Zepheira. It is considered a 2CUL TSI win because it shares expertise, will contribute to future initiatives and 2CUL clout contributed to a discounted rate that will allow more people to participate than had originally been planned.
5. Naun reported on his recent visit to Columbia. He got a clearer sense of PreCat and there was in depth discussion of pressure points. Tracey Snyder and Russell Merritt are collaborating on web archiving cataloging for CCWA (Contemporary Composers Web Archive).
6. Jim and Kate reported on their work with Alan and Deb from the Print Serials Team. They are doing research on organizational differences using the Team's phase 1 report as a starting point.
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We discussed the change in direction for JSMIN. Comments included "natural", "not as forced". "getting in the habit of thinking beyond ourselves", "see others as a sounding board." For example, it now seems natural to ask a colleague how they do ARL stats. The encouragement to go between teams was cited as a benefit. Something like WorldShare as a footprint in every team. There was a question about how to be sure there were no missed opportunities for TSI and the consensus is that we have good will and momentum and that opportunities will be picked up in the natural course of things.
We discussed the agenda for the Team Leaders meeting on Oct 21. We will share the JSMIN Minutes once approved. Ask them how they feel about the change in direction and whether after 4 months working in phase 2 whether their charges make sense. Are they experiencing the more "natural" ad hoc approach with conversations whether than planning for integration and does that seem comfortable? Are there irrelevant aspects to their charges? The Non MARC Team has some specific questions to follow up on that may have relevance for others.