I think it is a good thing. We do not have trouble with our 3M machines.
John
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Subject: Re: 3M Acquires GuardiaNet Systems Inc.
I saw this on the NMLA list. In light of the problems we have with our 3M machine, is this a bad thing?
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Expands 3M Product Offering and Services for Libraries
St. Paul, Minn. -- April 4, 2003 -- 3M announced today it has acquired
GuardiaNet Systems Inc., a leading software company serving the public
library market.
GuardiaNet's software and hardware manages access and collects fees for the
use of library resources such as computers, printers, copiers, audiovisual
equipment and meeting rooms, also known as shared public resource
management.
"This acquisition enhances 3M's participation in the fast-growing shared
resources segment of library service and builds on the success of our core
library business." said Pete Swain, division vice president, 3M Safety and
Security Systems Division. "We are excited about broadening our product
offering and service to customers as a total solutions provider integrating
hardware, software and service for libraries."
3M is a global leader providing library materials flow management products
to identify, secure, track and manage information and materials. Its
product portfolio includes systems for detection, self-service check out
and security used in libraries throughout the world.
___________________________
Judith M. Nelson
3M Library Systems
3M Center Bldg. 225-4N-14
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
Tel: 800-447-8826, 651-733-1909
Fax: 651-733-4738
http://www.3M.com/us/library
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