Polaris ILS – A smarter way to manage daily library operations.

Discover how to empower your library today!

 

Polaris is a web-based integrated library system designed for public libraries.

It brings circulation, cataloging, acquisitions, serials, reporting, and system administration into a single, secure platform that is easier to manage and more flexible than traditional desktop-based systems. Like Traci Glass, Director at West Des Moines Public Library notes, “Polaris is designed around how public libraries actually work. It reflects what staff need and what patrons expect, and that’s built into the system. With Polaris, staff don’t feel stuck or dependent on a few ‘super users’ – they’re empowered to do their work independently and feel confident doing it. If your goal is to empower your staff and help them feel confident in what they’re doing, I would absolutely recommend moving from Sierra to Polaris.” 

By moving core staff and administrative workflows into the browser, Polaris reduces system complexity, supports flexible service models, and helps library teams spend less time managing software – and more time serving their communities.

Public libraries around the world are transforming with Vega Program how they engage with their communities through better event management tools. Here’s how it can help your library thrive:

• Streamlined staff workflows Common workflows are streamlined with thoughtful design and bulk-processing capabilities that reduce repetitive steps and manual data entry.
• Exceptional patron experiences Patrons can search, discover, and borrow materials through a single online catalog that supports both print and electronic collections without unnecessary redirects or confusion.
• Flexible, web-based staff access Polaris brings core staff workflows into the browser, reducing reliance on desktop-installed software and making day-to-day work easier to access and manage.
• Security and accessibility Accredited with ISO certifications and supported by a dedicated security operations center, Polaris ensures that patron data is protected and systems are monitored around the clock. Accessibility is built into every aspect of the platform, with active testing and compliance with standards like WCAG 2.1

 

“Sometimes we’ll get questions from our insurance companies like what level of security do you provide for this? And we can just go to you guys. It’s a level of comfort. I don’t have to worry about waking up in the middle of the night to a call or a text.”
Chris Frezza, IT/Systems Director, Suburban Library Cooperative (US)