Andrea,

We use a campus-wide EMS system here at NC State. We have also used API to
build our own front-end. The primary reason we did not use LibCal (years
ago) was because we have different reservation permissions for different
types of users (faculty, grads, etc) to reserve in different spaces. That
may be an area that has developed further in LibCal in the intervening time.

Let us know if you have questions about our experience.

-emily


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> Date:    Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:08:28 +0000
> From:    "Schurr, Andrea" <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Room Reservation Recommendations
>
> For the last 7 years, our library has used Booked Scheduler<
> https://www.bookedscheduler.com/> to manage reservations for our ~40
> study rooms and specialty equipment.  I have performed a fair amount of
> code and database customization to meet the needs of our staff and users
> including integrating Booked with our campus cardswipe system to provide
> real-time room access.  Booked has served us well, but, due to their new
> licensing model, we have decided to investigate and implement a new
> solution. We will be exploring whether EMS (our campus-wide reservation
> system) or Alma (our ILS) might meet our needs but want to look at other
> options as well.
>
> Does your library use a room reservation system that you would recommend?
> How customizable is the interface and functionality?  What are your
> favorite features and what issues/concerns have you encountered?
>
> Thank you so much for your thoughts and input!
> Andrea
>
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> Andrea Schurr
> Digital Development Librarian & Professor
> UTC Library, Dept. 6456
> University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
> Phone: 423-425-1371
> Email: [log in to unmask]
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> Emily Lynema
> Head, Information Technology
> North Carolina State University Libraries
> 919-513-8031
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