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Nov 21, 2006

Francisco Partners acquires Endeavor Information Systems from Elsevier

The Ex Libris Group, a leading worldwide developer and provider of high-performance applications for libraries and information centers, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Francisco Partners, one of the world's largest technology-focused private equity funds, for the acquisition of 100% of the Company's shares. This acquisition will enable Ex Libris to continue expanding its geographical reach and explore acquisition opportunities for complementary products in the library automation and e-resource markets.

Company: [Ex Libris] [Endeavor Information Systems] [Elsevier]

Apr 2000

Elsevier Science acquires Endeavor Information Systems

In April 2000, the founders of Endeavor Information Systtems sold the company to Elsevier Science, an Amsterdam-based multinational publisher of scientific scholarly literature.

Company: [Ex Libris] [Elsevier] [Endeavor Information Systems]

Aug 29, 1997

Northwestern University Library selects Voyager to replace NOTIS

Northwestern University announces its selection of Endeavor Information Services Voyager information management system to replace its NOTIS system.

Company: [Endeavor Information Systems] [Ex Libris]

Dec 28, 1995

Voyager placed into production at Michigan Technological University

Endeavor's new Unix-based client/server library management system is in production at Michigan Technological University

Company: [Endeavor Information Systems] [Ex Libris]

Feb 16, 1995

Jane Burke named president and CEO of Endeavor Information Systems

Jane Burke joins Endeavor Informaiton Systems as President and Cheif Executive Officer. She was formerly president of NOTIS Systems, Inc.

Company: [Endeavor Information Systems]

Nov 14, 1994

Endeavor Information Systems founded

Endeavor Information Systems, Inc., came into existence in November 1994, when it acquired the Voyager Library Series from MARCorp. Endeavor provided support for the existing version of Voyager, but the company immediately began the creation of a new client/server system of its own design.

Company: [Ex Libris] [Endeavor Information Systems]