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Mission, History, Objectives

SWAN is an organization of member libraries participating in an library services platform (LSP) with the mission to improve services for Member Libraries by sharing resources, technology and a planned process of individual and collective growth. SWAN’s vision is that SWAN will set the standard of excellence as a library technology consortium. SWAN works to focus consortium resources on shared strategic initiatives while building upon a tradition of excellence and dedicated service.

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Mission

A comprehensive overview of our mission. 

History

SWAN was formed in 1974 when staff from nine public libraries located in the south suburban Chicago area formed the System Wide Automation Network (SWAN) consortium.

Strategic Objectives

This plan is intended as a guide for the SWAN Board and Executive Director over the five years between 2019 – 2023. A tactical plan will be updated each year.

Service Area Map

The service area and membership map of the 100 libraries in SWAN represents 1.9 million persons in the suburban Chicago area. 

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System Wide Automated Network
915 Harger Road, Suite 260
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
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https://www.swanlibraries.net

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