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Press Release: Springshare [February 16, 2024]

Springshare's Patron Point Implemented by Libraries in Canada and the United States

Miami, FL -- February 16, 2024. - Today, Springshare announces that the County of Brant Public Library, Hawaii State Public Library System, and the Oxford County Library have selected the Patron Point platform to support their library missions and patron communication.

County of Brant Public Library in Ontario, Canada intends to integrate Patron Point as their marketing platform to support their mission of providing innovation, client-centered service, and equitable access for all of their patrons. The County of Brant Public Library provides over 300,000 resources to their 40,000 residents including technology, garden, and artistic tool rentals as well as an exciting events calendar with classes and gatherings for all ages.

Hawaii State Public Library System in Honolulu, Hawaii, will adopt the Patron Point marketing automation system to deliver news and messages to their patrons that advance their mission of inspiring curiosity and providing opportunities for all to read, learn and connect. Utilizing automated campaigns and customer segments, Patron Point will allow the library system to send relevant and compelling notices in a dependable and timely manner so patrons learn about books, other materials, services, and events offered. HSPLS offers their community 2,991,000+ books and hundreds of thousands of other helpful online resources across 50 locations on six islands.

Oxford County Library in Ontario, Canada will use the Patron Point marketing automation platform to provide timely notices about their wide range of services and resources. With 14 branches across Oxford County serving 47,000 residents, the library offers thousands of books and digital resources, along with contests, clubs, and events for all age groups. This integration enhances the library's ability to deliver tailored messaging, reinforcing their commitment to serving the community effectively.

About Springshare

Springshare helps libraries and educational institutions elevate their online presence to better serve and engage their users online. Founded in 2007, Springshare serves over 7,500 institutions across more than 100 countries.

About Patron Point

Patron Point is a fully featured patron relationship management system that helps public libraries around the world attract, onboard, inform, engage, and retain library customers through targeted marketing and automated engagement. Libraries can benefit immediately from a foundation of Proven Programs or create their own workflows that are customized to their unique user communities and needs. More information on Patron Point can be found at springshare.com/patronpoint.


Summary: Springshare announced that the County of Brant Public Library, Hawaii State Public Library System, and the Oxford County Library have selected the Patron Point platform to support their library missions and patron communication.
Publication Year:2024
Type of Material:Press Release
LanguageEnglish
Date Issued:February 16, 2024
Publisher:Springshare
Company: Springshare
Products: Patron Point
Libraries: County of Brant Public Library
Hawaii State Public Library System
Oxford County Library
Subject: System announcements -- selection
Permalink: https://librarytechnology.org/pr/29790/springshares-patron-point-implemented-by-libraries-in-canada-and-the-united-states-

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